DOUBLE BLUFF Meaning and
Definition
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Double bluff is a term used to describe a deceptive tactic employed to mislead others by misleading them into thinking the opposite of the truth. It is a type of strategy wherein one pretends to adopt a certain course of action or state of mind, only to then act in direct opposition to it, subverting the expectations of others. In this way, the person engaging in a double bluff aims to confuse and manipulate their opponents or deceive them into making erroneous assumptions.
The concept of a double bluff typically involves three stages: an initial intention, a statement, and a subsequent action. It requires the person to proclaim a position or intention contrary to their actual goal, encouraging others to develop incorrect assumptions or expectations. Then, the individual intentionally acts in a manner that is unexpected or contradictory to those assumptions, ultimately undermining the opponents' beliefs and taking advantage of their misled mindset.
This nuanced strategy is frequently employed in various contexts, such as gameplay, negotiation, politics, and psychological warfare. Double bluffing can be a powerful tool in outsmarting opponents and gaining an advantage by exploiting their misinterpretations. However, it also carries risks, as it heavily relies on the ability to convincingly mislead others without revealing the true intention, as any unintended inconsistency might expose the deceit and undermine the effectiveness of the double bluff.
Common Misspellings for DOUBLE BLUFF
- souble bluff
- xouble bluff
- couble bluff
- fouble bluff
- rouble bluff
- eouble bluff
- diuble bluff
- dkuble bluff
- dluble bluff
- dpuble bluff
- d0uble bluff
- d9uble bluff
- doyble bluff
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- doible bluff
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- douvle bluff
- dounle bluff
Etymology of DOUBLE BLUFF
The term "double bluff" is a compound phrase consisting of two words – "double" and "bluff".
The word "double" in this context originated from the Middle English word "doublen", which in turn came from the Old French word "doubler" meaning "to double". The root of "doubler" can be traced back to the Latin word "duplus", meaning "twofold" or "double".
The word "bluff" is believed to have originated in the 17th century and has a more uncertain etymology. It is thought to have derived from the Dutch word "blaf" meaning "a boast" or "loud noise". Another theory suggests that it may have come from the Old Norse word "blafra", meaning "to flutter" or "flap", which later evolved to mean "to boast".
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