Masterminded: meaning, definitions and examples
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masterminded
[ ˈmæstərˌmaɪndɪd ]
planning, organizing
Masterminded refers to the act of planning or devising a strategy in a clever or skillful way. It often implies that the individual who masterminded has exceptional insight and intellect in orchestrating complex scenarios.
Synonyms
conceived, devised, engineered, orchestrated
Examples of usage
- She masterminded the campaign for the new product launch.
- He masterminded the escape plan with precision.
- The detective believed the robbery was masterminded by a known criminal.
- They masterminded a way to solve the issue without causing disruption.
Translations
Translations of the word "masterminded" in other languages:
🇵🇹 idealizado
🇮🇳 मास्टरमाइंड किया
🇩🇪 ausgedacht
🇮🇩 diperintahkan
🇺🇦 планував
🇵🇱 zaprojektowany
🇯🇵 考案した
🇫🇷 conçu
🇪🇸 ideado
🇹🇷 tasarlanan
🇰🇷 구상한
🇸🇦 مخطط له
🇨🇿 vymýšlený
🇸🇰 vymyslený
🇨🇳 策划的
🇸🇮 izumljen
🇮🇸 hanna
🇰🇿 жоспарланған
🇬🇪 გეგმილი
🇦🇿 planlaşdırılan
🇲🇽 ideado
Etymology
The term 'mastermind' has roots dating back to the late Middle Ages. Originally, 'master' referred to someone who had control or expertise in a particular domain, while 'mind' denoted the cognitive aspect of thought and intelligence. Together, they formed a word that conveyed not just the possession of knowledge, but also the ability to employ that knowledge in clever and strategic ways. The verb form 'masterminded' emerged in the 20th century, reflecting a modern understanding of individuals who orchestrate intricate plans or movements, often in business, crime, or creative endeavors. This transformation in usage highlights society's increasing interest in both intelligence and strategic planning as key elements in leadership and successful execution of ideas.