Definition

A secret agreement made by two or more people or groups to do something illegal or dishonest.

Example

The two companies were accused of collusion to fix prices.

Conversation

Did you hear about the collusion in the recent election?

Yeah, it was all over the news; people were really upset about it.

I can't believe they would go that far to win.

It’s crazy how some will do anything for power.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Collusion → It is formed from "col-" (meaning together) and "ludere" (meaning to play). The word describes a secret agreement or cooperation between parties to deceive or defraud others, implying they are 'playing together' in a dishonest manner.

Memory Tip

Think of people 'together' ('col-') 'playing' ('ludere') in a secretive way — that's why collusion means a secret agreement to deceive.

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