Synonyms of collusion

collusion

noun

kə-ˈlü-zhən 

as in conspiracy

a secret agreement or cooperation between two parties for an illegal or dishonest purpose

there was collusion between the two companies to fix prices

Synonyms & Similar Words

• conspiracy
• complicity
• connivance
• chicanery
• duplicity
• scheme
• skulduggery
• intrigue
• foul play
• double-dealing
• setup
• cover-up
• plot
• frame-up
• conspiration

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of collusion

But like in other pro sports, a team not wanting to sign a player isn’t proof of collusion. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 12 Aug. 2026

The vaults sit behind a $100 million insurance facility from Lloyd's of London, arranged in 2025 to cover risks including internal collusion, according to the company. — Boaz Sobrado, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Instead of acknowledging this, the Skubal trade has given rise to conspiracy theories from Brewers fans that the Tigers took the Dodgers offer because of some type of hypothetical collusion. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2026

According to Mexican authorities, a cartel in the city of Iguala attacked the students in collusion with security forces and local, state and federal authorities, including the military. — Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026