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game

 

[ ษกeษชm ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

fun activity

A form of play or sport, especially a competitive one played according to rules and decided by skill, strength, or luck.

Synonyms

activity, competition, sport

Examples of usage

  • It's important to have fun while playing a game.
  • She enjoys playing board games with her family.
  • The children are outside playing games in the yard.
Context #2 | Noun

deceptive scheme

A plan, scheme, or trick for achieving a purpose, usually by outwitting an opponent or creating a false impression.

Synonyms

plot, scheme, strategy

Examples of usage

  • He was involved in a dangerous game of espionage.
  • The politician's game of manipulation was exposed by the media.
Context #3 | Verb

manipulate or deceive

To manipulate or deceive someone in order to achieve a desired outcome.

Synonyms

cheat, deceive, trick

Examples of usage

  • She tried to game the system by exploiting a loophole.
  • He was known for his ability to game his opponents.

Translations

Translations of the word "game" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น jogo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค–เฅ‡เคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Spiel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ permainan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gra

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฒใƒผใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท jeu

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ juego

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท oyun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฒŒ์ž„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู„ุนุจุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hra

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hra

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆธธๆˆ (yรณuxรฌ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ igra

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ leikur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพะนั‹ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ—แƒแƒ›แƒแƒจแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ oyun

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ juego

Etymology

The word 'game' originated from the Old English word 'gamen', meaning amusement or fun. Over time, it evolved to encompass various meanings related to play, competition, and deception. Games have been an integral part of human culture for centuries, serving as a source of entertainment, social interaction, and skill development. From ancient board games to modern video games, the concept of games continues to evolve and adapt to changing technologies and societal norms.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #1,433, this word is part of core intermediate vocabulary. It appears regularly in various contexts and is essential for natural-sounding English.