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machiavellianism

 

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Noun machiavellianism has 1 sense
  1. Machiavellianism - the political doctrine of Machiavelli: any means (however unscrupulous) can be used by a ruler in order to create and maintain his autocratic government
    --1 is a kind of
    autocracy

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Machiavellianism

Description:

Machiavellianism is a term derived from the political philosophy of Niccolò Machiavelli, advocating the use of cunning, deceit, and manipulation for achieving one's goals. In modern psychology, it refers to a personality trait characterized by manipulation, self-interest, and a cynical view of human nature.

Sample Sentences:

  1. John's Machiavellianism became evident when he plotted to remove his colleague from the project.
  2. She employed her Machiavellianism to gain an advantage over her competitors.
  3. The politician's Machiavellianism was obvious as he made false promises to gain votes.
  4. His Machiavellianism allowed him to rise to power, but it left a trail of broken relationships.
  5. The book explores the dark side of Machiavellianism, analyzing its effects on personal and professional relationships.

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