Schemers: meaning, definitions and examples

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schemers

 

[ ˈskiːmər ]

Context #1

programming

A person who writes computer programs, especially in a clever or dishonest way.

Synonyms

developer, hacker, programmer

Examples of usage

  • The hackers were skilled schemers, constantly finding new ways to breach security systems.
  • She was considered a brilliant schemer, always coming up with innovative solutions to complex coding problems.
Context #2

general

A person who makes secret plans, especially to do something harmful or illegal.

Synonyms

conspirator, manipulator, plotter

Examples of usage

  • The schemers plotted to overthrow the government and seize power.
  • She was known as a cunning schemer, always manipulating situations to her advantage.

Translations

Translations of the word "schemers" in other languages:

🇵🇹 conspiradores

🇮🇳 षड्यंत्रकारी

🇩🇪 Verschwörer

🇮🇩 konspirator

🇺🇦 змовники

🇵🇱 spiskowcy

🇯🇵 陰謀者 (いんぼうしゃ)

🇫🇷 conspirateurs

🇪🇸 conspiradores

🇹🇷 komplo kurucular

🇰🇷 음모자 (eummoja)

🇸🇦 المتآمرون

🇨🇿 spiklenci

🇸🇰 sprisahanci

🇨🇳 阴谋家 (yīnmó jiā)

🇸🇮 zarotniki

🇮🇸 samsæriskennarar

🇰🇿 астыртын әрекет етушілер

🇬🇪 შეთქმულები

🇦🇿 fitnəkarlar

🇲🇽 conspiradores

Word origin

The word 'schemers' is derived from the verb 'scheme', which dates back to the late 14th century. It originated from the Old French word 'escheme', meaning 'form' or 'shape'. Over time, the meaning of 'scheme' evolved to include the idea of making secret plans or plots. The term 'schemer' emerged in the 19th century to describe someone who engages in such secretive planning or plotting.

See also: schemer, schemes, scheming.