Definition

The quality of being deceitful or clever in a way that is not honest.

Example

His trickishness made it hard for others to trust him.

Conversation

Did you see how he tried to deceive everyone with his trickishness?

Yeah, it was pretty obvious, but some people fell for it.

I guess some folks just don't notice the signs of trickishness right away.

True, but it's always better to be cautious and not get fooled.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Trickishness → It is formed from "trick" (from Middle English *trik*, meaning a cunning or deceitful act) and the suffix "-ish" (meaning having the quality of) combined with "-ness" (meaning the state or condition of). The word "trickishness" refers to the state of being cunning or deceitful.

Memory Tip

Think of 'trick' as a cunning act, and remember that 'trickishness' means having the quality of being cunning or deceitful.

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