manipulatory

Meanings

• Adjective, Noun

  Exerting control or influence over people or situations.

  - "The manipulatory politician used his power to influence the election."
  - "The manipulatory tactics used by the salesperson led to the customer making an unnecessary purchase."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with manipulatory
hilarious , admirable , viable , controllable

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Variants

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manipulatable , manipulate , manipulated , manipulates , manipulating , manipulation , manipulations , manipulator , manipulators , manipulatory

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Forms

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manipulatively, manipulator, manipulativeness

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'manipularis', meaning 'handling, managing'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'manipulatory' was first used in English in the late 1500s.

2. In ancient Rome, manipularis was a soldier who handled the manipulus, or unit of ten men.

3. Manipulatory behavior is not limited to humans; some animals, such as chimpanzees and orangutans, have been observed using it to gain food and resources.

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Related Concepts

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1. Mannering: Refers to polite and courteous behavior, often used in contrast to manipulative behavior.

2. Persuasion: The act of influencing or changing someone's mind or behavior through reasoning or argument, rather than through manipulation or force.

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Culture

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In literature and art, manipulatory characters are often portrayed as deceitful and manipulative, using their power to control others for personal gain. In psychology, manipulatory behavior can be a sign of various mental health conditions, such as narcissistic personality disorder or borderline personality disorder.

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