Machiavellian scheme Synonyms

Definitions for Machiavellian


  • (adjective) not guided by or showing a concern for what is right
  • (adjective) of or relating to Machiavelli or the principles of conduct he recommended
  • (noun) a follower of Machiavelli's principles

Definitions for Scheme


  • (noun) a clever often underhanded means to achieve an end
  • (noun) a secret plan for accomplishing evil or unlawful ends
  • (noun) a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective