Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

collusive

adjective
/kəˈluːsɪv/
Definition
Involving an agreement between parties that is secret and not made public, often to deceive or defraud others.
Examples
  • The companies engaged in collusive practices to manipulate market prices.
  • They entered into a collusive agreement to undermine competitors.
  • The investigation revealed collusive behavior among the board members.
Meaning
Collusive refers to actions taken by two or more parties in secret that are intended to disadvantage a third party or gain an unfair advantage.
Synonyms
  • conspiratorial
  • collaborative
  • secretive