Machination GRE Vocabulary Flashcard
/ma ki·na·tion/ (noun)
Definition
devising plots or schemes to accomplish some evil end or collusion, conspiracy, collusion, scheme or plot, plotting, cabal, intrigue, design, plan
Example
Machination is contriving a plot or conspiracy. The act of planning or contriving a scheme for executing some purpose, particularly an evil purpose; an artful design formed with deliberation.
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Parts of speech
Verb: machinate
Noun: machinator