Subterfuge
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Subterfuge can be any deceptive strategem or maneuver designed to take advantage of an opponent. Subterfuge is a recognized skill in situations of war or international spying. It has less positive connotations when used in the context of politics or personal relations.
Subterfuge may be legal and ethical (such as encouraging someone to spend the day shopping in order to prepare a surprise party for them) or illegal and unethical.
Subterfuge may include use of:
- slander
- disinformation campaign
- secrecy