GRE Word List

MACHIAVELLIAN

of or relating to Machiavelli or Machiavellianism

The meaning of the word machiavellian is of or relating to Machiavelli or Machiavellianism.

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avertto turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance
miniaturea copy on a much reduced scale
intermediarymediator
assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur
fraileasily led into evil
grumbleto mutter in discontent
knavea tricky deceitful fellow
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categoricalabsolute
conventionalformed by agreement or compact