Definition of Machiavellian

noted by devious behavior, especially when benefitting one’s career or business goals

Examples of Machiavellian in a sentence

My supervisor is very sneaky and has been known to exhibit Machiavellian behavior in order to move up in the company.  🔊

According to researchers, winning politicians display a Machiavellian personality that makes it easy for them to tell untruths.  🔊

My wife’s Machiavellian attitude of politeness makes me very suspicious.  🔊

During the war, the spy used Machiavellian strategies to steal military secrets.  🔊

The first mate’s Machiavellian plans involved killing the captain of the ship.  🔊

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