V2 Vocabulary Building Dictionary
machiavellian
adjective
Definition: using clever trickery, immoral methods, and expediency to achieve a desired goal, especially in politics
Synonyms: cunning, sly, tricky, crafty, shrewd, unscrupulous
Antonyms: trustworthy, honest, sincere
Tips: Machiavellian comes from the name Machiavelli, who was an Italian statesmen who advocated a strong central government. Machiavelli was known for his shrewd, crafty, and manipulative political maneuvering.
Usage Examples:
The VP of Marketing, known for his Machiavellian maneuvers, has long been plotting his scheme to oust the company CEO. (cunning, crafty)
The Governor's well-crafted speech was a Machiavellian attempt at diminishing his poor reputation among the public. (shrewd)
He was known for his ruthless and Machiavellian business tactics. (cunning, unscrupulous)
I could see right through his Machiavellian plans to take credit for my work. (crafty, unscrupulous)
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