knavery

noun

UK/ˈneɪ.vᵊr.i/
US/ˈneɪ.vɚ.i/

Definitions of knavery noun

  1. CountableUncountable

    Dishonest or deceitful actions; the practice of being a trickster.

    • He was known for his knavery in business dealings.

    • The knavery behind the scam was appalling.

    • I couldn't believe the sheer knavery of his actions.