collusion
Collusion (noun) means a secret agreement between people or groups to work together dishonestly, often while pretending to be rivals. Example: “Regulators found evidence of collusion between the two "competing" airlines to fix ticket prices.”
How to use collusion
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA secret, underhanded deal between parties who are supposed to be independent or opposed.
Collusion implies secrecy and dishonesty; a normal open partnership or cooperation is not collusion.
Word forms
collusions plural
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Regulators found evidence of _____ between the two "competing" airlines to fix ticket prices.
Etymology
From Old French collusion, from Latin collusio, "act of colluding" — secretly playing along together.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “collusion” mean?
The word “collusion” means a secret agreement between people or groups to work together dishonestly, often while pretending to be rivals. In plain terms, a secret, underhanded deal between parties who are supposed to be independent or opposed.
How do you pronounce “collusion”?
“Collusion” is pronounced kuh-LOO-zhuhn (/kəˈluːʒən/ in IPA).
How do you use “collusion” in a sentence?
Here is “collusion” used in a sentence: “Regulators found evidence of collusion between the two "competing" airlines to fix ticket prices.”
What part of speech is “collusion”?
“Collusion” is a noun.
Where does the word “collusion” come from?
The word “collusion” comes from Latin. From Old French collusion, from Latin collusio, "act of colluding" — secretly playing along together.
Is “collusion” a common word?
“Collusion” is an uncommon word in modern English.