machination

The word “machination” has 4 syllables: ma-chi-na-tion

It's pronounced as /ˌmækɪˈneɪʃən/


What is synonym and antonym for machination?

In the thesaurus, “machination” has 44 synonyms and 3 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for machination along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for machination

  • artifice
  • cabal
  • collusion
  • complicity
  • confederacy
  • connivance
  • conniving
  • conspiracy
  • conspiration
  • contrivance
  • counterconspiracy
  • counterplot
  • cover-up
  • design
  • device
  • dirty work
  • dodge
  • draft
  • frame-up
  • game
  • gimmick
  • ground plan
  • intrigue
  • maneuver
  • manipulation
  • monkey business
  • on the make
  • plot
  • ploy
  • practice
  • program
  • racket
  • ring
  • ruse
  • scheme
  • sellout
  • skullduggery
  • song and dance
  • stratagem
  • strategy
  • subterfuge
  • system
  • trick
  • trickery

Antonyms for machination

Meanings of machination

  • noun
    1. A clever scheme or artful plot, usually crafted for evil purposes.
    2. The act of machinating or plotting.

Example Sentences

  • The novel's plot unfolded with a complex machination that kept readers guessing until the end.
  • Behind the scenes, a web of political machination aimed to manipulate public opinion.
  • The spy thriller featured a gripping narrative of espionage and international machination.
  • In the business world, corporate rivalries often involve intricate machinations to gain a competitive edge.
  • The historical drama revealed the royal court's dark machinations as various factions vied for power.

On this page you'll find 47 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to machination, such as: artifice, cabal, collusion, complicity, confederacy, connivance, conniving.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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