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Manipulative

Definition

(adj) Skillful in influencing others, often unfairly

Examples

His manipulative tactics left his colleagues feeling betrayed.
  • Don't be manipulative with her.

  • She called him manipulative after the meeting.

  • That manipulative text from Mark came at 2 a.m.

  • At dinner, Priya cut off his manipulative little speech and changed the subject.

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Other English words at this level include Empathetic, Galvanize, Mindfulness, Trajectory, and Paradigm. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.

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