Meaning of the word connivance in English

What does connivance mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

connivance

US /kəˈnaɪ.vəns/
UK /kəˈnaɪ.vəns/

Noun

secretly allowing or being involved in an immoral or illegal act

Example:
The manager was accused of connivance in the fraud.
His silence was interpreted as connivance.