noun
- a person who plays games, especially skillfully or competitively
- a person who uses clever tactics or strategies to gain an advantage, especially in business or politics
Usage: often implies cunning or manipulation
Examples
- He is a skilled gamesman who rarely loses at chess.
- The politician proved to be a shrewd gamesman in negotiating the deal.
- She approached the competition like a true gamesman, planning several moves ahead.
- Corporate gamesmen often use unconventional tactics to outmaneuver their rivals.
- A good gamesman knows when to take risks and when to play it safe.
- He earned a reputation as a gamesman for his ability to turn situations to his advantage.