stratagem
UK/'strætidʒәm/US
GREC2
Definitions
n.
A clever plan or trick, especially one used to deceive an enemy or gain an advantage.
计谋，策略，诡计
Root Breakdown
Native Englishstratagemother
=stratagem
Common Collocations
- 1.clever stratagem巧妙的计谋
- 2.military stratagem军事策略
- 3.employ a stratagem使用计谋
- 4.devise a stratagem设计计谋
Example Sentences
- 1.
The general devised a clever stratagem to lure the enemy into a trap.
- 2.
Her stratagem of feigning illness allowed her to avoid the difficult meeting.
- 3.
The negotiator's stratagem of making a high opening offer gave him room to compromise.