scheme — a large-scale systematic plan or arrangement for attaining a particular object or putting a particular idea into effect
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a large-scale systematic plan or arrangement for attaining a particular object or putting a particular idea into effect
Pronunciation (IPA): /skiːm/
Example Sentences
- His scheme to skip class by faking illness backfired when the teacher visited his home.
- The company's new training scheme will benefit all employees.
- She came up with a brilliant scheme to organize her closet using color-coded hangers.
scheme
NOUN[/skiːm/]
a large-scale systematic plan or arrangement for attaining a particular object or putting a particular idea into effect
The villains gathered around a blueprint, plotting a scheme to rob the bank.
A team's scheme brings their dream to life!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Late Latin 'schema' meaning 'form' or 'figure,' which derives from Greek 'skhema' (σχῆμα) meaning 'shape' or 'appearance.' The word entered English through Latin and French during the medieval period.
Breakdown
From Greek 'skhema' (shape/form) → Late Latin 'schema' → Old French 'scheme' → English 'scheme' (a systematic plan or arrangement)
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📝Examples
“His scheme to skip class by faking illness backfired when the teacher visited his home.”
“The company's new training scheme will benefit all employees.”
“She came up with a brilliant scheme to organize her closet using color-coded hangers.”
“The villain's scheme to steal all the world's pizza was foiled by a hungry superhero.”
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