machination — a crafty scheme or plot, especially one intended to cause harm
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a crafty scheme or plot, especially one intended to cause harm
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌmækɪˈneɪʃən/
Korean meaning: 교묘한 음모, 간계
Korean pronunciation: 매-키-네이-션 (강세: 네이)
Example Sentences
- The CEO's machinations to merge with competitors were leaked to the press.
- My cat's machinations to get extra treats involve fake limping and pathetic meowing.
- The students' elaborate machinations to postpone the exam included a fake fire alarm.
machination
NOUN//ˌmækɪˈneɪʃən//
a crafty scheme or plot, especially one intended to cause harm
Plotting a crafty scheme secretly
A machination against the nation begins at the station!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'machinatio' meaning a device or contrivance, derived from 'machina' (machine, engine, or device). The Latin root is related to Greek 'makhana' and ultimately means an artificial device or clever construction.
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📝Examples
“The CEO's machinations to merge with competitors were leaked to the press.”
“My cat's machinations to get extra treats involve fake limping and pathetic meowing.”
“The students' elaborate machinations to postpone the exam included a fake fire alarm.”
“Historical records reveal the complex machinations that led to the king's downfall.”
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