machiavellianism

Mach·i·a·vel·li·an

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [mak-ee-uh-vel-ee-uh n]
- /ˌmæk i əˈvɛl i ən/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [mak-ee-uh-vel-ee-uh n]
- /ˌmæk i əˈvɛl i ən/

Definitions of machiavellianism word

adjective machiavellianism of, like, or befitting Machiavelli. 1
adjective machiavellianism being or acting in accordance with the principles of government analyzed in Machiavelli's The Prince, in which political expediency is placed above morality and the use of craft and deceit to maintain the authority and carry out the policies of a ruler is described. 1
adjective machiavellianism characterized by subtle or unscrupulous cunning, deception, expediency, or dishonesty: He resorted to Machiavellian tactics in order to get ahead. 1
noun machiavellianism a follower of the principles analyzed or described in The Prince, especially with reference to techniques of political manipulation. 1
noun machiavellianism A political philosophy, based on the writings of Machiavelli, especially The Prince, that advocates the use of ruthlessness and duplicity in political dealings. 0
noun machiavellianism A political maneuver that exemplifies the philosophy. 0

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Origin of machiavellianism

First appearance:

before 1560

One of the 32% oldest English words

First recorded in 1560-70; Machiavelli + -an

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machiavellianism popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 63% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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