How do you pronounce machiavellian?

machiavellian is pronounced as /ˌmækɪəˈvɛliən/.

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machiavellian

🦊machiavellian

adjective

/ˌmækɪəˈvɛliən/

macerate machinate

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Meaning

cunning, scheming, and unscrupulous, especially in politics or in advancing one's career

Example Sentences

The politician was known for his Machiavellian tactics.

Example Expressions

Machiavellian tactics

Synonyms

cunning, deceitful, crafty, manipulative

Antonyms

honest, naive, straightforward

Collocations

Machiavellian tactics, Machiavellian plan, Machiavellian politics

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