machination

Meanings

• noun

  The planning and manipulation of events, especially for deceitful or political purposes.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˌmækɪˈneɪʃən/
   
   
   
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2. /ˌmækɪˈneɪʃən/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with machination
arrangement , chastity , explanation

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Variants

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machination , machinations

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Etymology

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From the Latin 'machinari,' meaning 'to manipulate or contrive'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'machination' was first used in English in the late 15th century.

2. In mathematics, a machination is a proof by contradiction.

3. The word 'machination' comes from the Latin 'machina,' meaning 'machine'.

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Related Concepts

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1. conspiracy: A secret plan made by a group to carry out an unlawful or harmful act.

2. political intrigue: A complex and often secretive series of events and maneuverings in politics.

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Culture

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Machination has been used extensively in literature and art, often representing deceit, conspiracy, or political maneuvering. One famous example is Shakespeare's play 'Macbeth,' where the titular character's ambition and manipulation lead to tragic consequences.

How to Memorize "machination"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a complex web of interconnected gears and levers, representing the intricacies of a machination.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'machination' with 'manipulation' and 'deception' to remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a sentence like 'Machinations make manipulation more machiavellian.'

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