Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
machination
Noun
/ˌmakɪˈneɪʃən/
Definition
A scheming or crafty action or artful design intended to accomplish some evil end.
Examples
- The villain’s machination to take over the city was thwarted by the hero.
- They were involved in a complex machination that sought to manipulate the election results.
- The author depicted the machinations of the court in her historical novel.
Meaning
Machination refers to the act of plotting or planning, often with a sinister or deceitful intention.
Synonyms
- Plot
- Scheme
- Conspiracy
- Intrigue
- Manipulation
