manipulative
|ma-ni-pu-la-tive|
B2
/məˈnɪpjʊlətɪv/
(manipulate)
control or influence
Etymology
Etymology Information
'manipulative' originates from the Latin word 'manipulus,' where 'manus' meant 'hand' and 'plere' meant 'to fill.'
Historical Evolution
'manipulus' transformed into the French word 'manipuler,' and eventually became the modern English word 'manipulate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to handle skillfully,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'controlling or influencing others in a deceptive way.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
characterized by unscrupulous control of a situation or person.
She was accused of being manipulative in her dealings with colleagues.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40