1. a clever plan or scheme designed to deceive an enemy or gain an advantage

Examples

• The general devised a clever stratagem to outflank the enemy forces.
• Her stratagem of arriving early helped her secure the best seat.
• The company used a marketing stratagem to boost sales during the holiday season.
• The chess player employed a brilliant stratagem to trap his opponent's queen.
• Ancient military leaders were known for their creative stratagems in battle.
• The negotiator's stratagem involved making the first offer seem less attractive.