Scheming
/ˈskiːmɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of engaging in secret or deceitful planning, often with intent to defraud or manipulate.
The prosecutor presented evidence of scheming to embezzle company funds.
- (adj.) Relating to or characterized by covert and often dishonest planning.
She described the scheming tactics used by the corporation to undermine competitors.
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Commentary
Scheming typically implies secretive and potentially unlawful planning; in legal contexts, distinguishing between innocent strategizing and illegal scheming is critical.
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