Trickery (noun)

1. The use of deceit or cunning to achieve one's goals.
2. A deceptive or cunning act or scheme.

Origin:

Late 16th century (as trickerye): from trick + -ery.

Examples:

1. The magician used sleight of hand and trickery to deceive his audience.
2. The con artist used trickery to swindle money from unsuspecting victims.
3. The businessman was accused of using trickery to win the contract.
4. The politician was caught in a web of trickery and deceit.
5. The thief was caught thanks to the police uncovering his trickery.