gamesmanship

[US]/'geɪmzmənʃɪp/

[UK]/ˈɡemzmənˌʃɪp/

Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. Using clever and strategic tactics during a competition that may not be entirely fair, but are within the rules.

He is known for his clever gamesmanship in negotiations.

The player's gamesmanship on the field is unmatched.

She used gamesmanship to outsmart her opponents.

The coach taught the team the importance of fair gamesmanship.

His gamesmanship helped him win the chess tournament.

The politician's gamesmanship in debates is impressive.

She displayed excellent gamesmanship in the business negotiation.

The team's gamesmanship was criticized for being too aggressive.

He used gamesmanship to manipulate the situation in his favor.

The chess grandmaster is renowned for his strategic gamesmanship.

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