Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gamesmanship

Noun

/ˈɡeɪmz.mən.ʃɪp/

Definition

The art of winning games by using clever or unfair methods.

Examples

His gamesmanship during the match frustrated his opponents.
She employed gamesmanship to outsmart her rivals in the competition.
Good athletes understand the importance of gamesmanship as part of their strategy.

Meaning

Gamesmanship refers to the practice of manipulating rules or situations in a competitive context to gain an advantage, often without violating the rules but bending them for a strategic edge.