spivery

/spɪˈvɪri/ or /spɪˈvaɪri/

Definitions

1. noun

Cunning or deceitful behavior, especially in a way that is cleverly hidden or difficult to detect.

“The detective suspected that the company’s financial success was due to spivery rather than genuine innovation.”

Synonyms

  • cunning
  • deceit
  • guile

Antonyms

  • honesty
  • sincerity