Collusive

usgb/kəˈluːsɪv/
adjective

Involving a secret agreement between parties, often for a dishonest purpose.

Two companies are being accused of collusive practices to control the market.
Visual representation of "collusive" - Involving a secret agreement between parties, often for a dishonest purpose.

Often appears as...

  • collusive practices
  • collusive agreement

Usage tips

Formal, Disapproving

Academic

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Secret Schemes

Use 'collusive' when describing covert plans, often illegal.

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The collusive plot to rig the election was discovered.
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Dishonest Alliances

'Collusive' involves partnerships that are deceitful and suspect.

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They were charged with collusive embezzlement of company funds.
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Illegal Agreements

It's especially relevant when implying secret deals against common rules or laws.

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Their collusive acts undermined the integrity of the bidding process.
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