Schemer: meaning, definitions and examples

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schemer

[ ˈskiːmər ]

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person

A person who schemes or plots, especially in a devious or underhanded way.

Synonyms

conspirator, manipulator, plotter

Examples of usage

He was known as a schemer who always had a hidden agenda.
The schemer tried to manipulate his way to the top.

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informal

A person who makes plans, especially for a particular activity or event.

Synonyms

arranger, organizer, planner

Examples of usage

She's the schemer behind the surprise party for his birthday.
The schemer organized a successful charity event.

Translations

Translations of the word "schemer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 conspirador

🇮🇳 षडयंत्रकारी

🇩🇪 Verschwörer

🇮🇩 konspirator

🇺🇦 змовник

🇵🇱 spiskowiec

🇯🇵 陰謀者 (inbōsha)

🇫🇷 conspirateur

🇪🇸 conspirador

🇹🇷 komplocu

🇰🇷 음모자 (eummoja)

🇸🇦 متآمر

🇨🇿 spiklenc

🇸🇰 sprisahanec

🇨🇳 阴谋家 (yīnmóu jiā)

🇸🇮 zarotnik

🇮🇸 samsærismaður

🇰🇿 қастандық жасаушы

🇬🇪 შეთქმულება

🇦🇿 qəsdçi

🇲🇽 conspirador

Word origin

The word 'schemer' originated from the Middle English word 'schemour', which came from the Old French term 'eschemer', meaning 'to figure out'. Over time, the term evolved to refer to someone who makes plans or plots, often with a negative connotation of deceit or manipulation.