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scheme

 

[ skiːm ]

Noun
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

computer programming

A scheme is a plan or system for achieving a particular purpose, especially a detailed one that is carefully arranged.

Synonyms

plan, strategy, system

Examples of usage

  • Developers came up with a new scheme to improve the efficiency of the code.
  • She devised a clever scheme to outsmart her competitors.
Context #2 | Noun

illegal activity

A scheme is a secret and dishonest plan to deceive people or to obtain money illegally.

Synonyms

fraud, scam, swindle

Examples of usage

  • The Ponzi scheme promised high returns but eventually collapsed.
  • He was involved in a fraudulent scheme to embezzle funds.
Context #3 | Noun

general

A scheme can also refer to a decorative or artistic design, especially a complex one.

Synonyms

design, motif, pattern

Examples of usage

  • The intricate color scheme of the painting caught everyone's eye.
  • She loved the floral scheme of the wallpaper.

Translations

Translations of the word "scheme" in other languages:

🇵🇹 esquema

🇮🇳 योजना

🇩🇪 Schema

🇮🇩 skema

🇺🇦 схема

🇵🇱 schemat

🇯🇵 スキーム

🇫🇷 schéma

🇪🇸 esquema

🇹🇷 şema

🇰🇷 스키마

🇸🇦 مخطط

🇨🇿 schéma

🇸🇰 schéma

🇨🇳 方案

🇸🇮 shema

🇮🇸 skema

🇰🇿 схема

🇬🇪 სქემა

🇦🇿 sxeması

🇲🇽 esquema

Etymology

The word 'scheme' originated from the Old French word 'esqueme', which came from Latin 'schematismus' and Greek 'skhēmatismós', meaning 'figure' or 'shape'. Over time, the meaning evolved to include plans, systems, and designs, reflecting the organized nature of schemes.

Word Frequency Rank

This word ranks #1,561, placing it within important intermediate vocabulary. Learning it will significantly improve your ability to express yourself in English.