noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
cheating; deception; trickery; fudging; cover-up
Refers to dishonest acts or methods used to hide the truth, manipulate appearances, or avoid responsibility. Covers a wide range from outright fraud to minor fudging or cutting corners.
彼の説明はごまかしだらけだった。
His explanation was full of deception.
帳簿
The manipulation of the accounts was uncovered.
ごまかしのきかない仕事をしよう。
Let's do work that leaves no room for cutting corners.
Ateji spelling; very rarely used.
The verb form meaning 'to deceive', 'to cheat', or 'to cover up'. ごまかし is the noun form referring to the act or method of deception.
Refers specifically to criminal fraud or swindling, often with legal implications. ごまかし is broader and can include minor deceptions or fudging.
A lie or falsehood. ごまかし implies a more active manipulation or cover-up, not just a verbal lie.
Derived from the verb ごまかす, which is of uncertain origin. The kanji spellings are ateji and do not reflect the etymology.