machination 1
noundomain: thinking
Princeton WordNet [ver.3.1]
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EnglishDefinition
a crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends
Synonyms
- intrigue 1
a crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends
Hypernym
plot 1
noun
a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal)
EnglishDerivationally related form
machinate 2
verb
engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together
machinate 1
verb
arrange by systematic planning and united effort
Hyponym
priestcraft 1
noun
a derogatory reference to priests who use their influence to control secular or political affairs
