Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mastermind
noun
/ˈmæstərˌmaɪnd/
Definition
A person who is exceptionally intelligent or who creates and organizes a complex plan or project.
Examples
- After months of planning, the mastermind behind the heist was finally caught.
- She was considered the mastermind of the successful marketing campaign.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who has a great ability to think strategically or is the leading figure behind a plan or idea.
Synonyms
- genius
- brain
- planner
- strategist
- architect
