SCHEMING Meaning and
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Scheming is an adjective that describes someone who is engaged in making secret and devious plans in order to achieve personal gain or to manipulate others for their own benefit. It pertains to actions or behavior characterized by cunning, Machiavellian tactics, and an intention to deceive or outsmart others.
It implies the presence of a calculated and often intricate plan that may involve manipulation, deceit, or trickery. Someone who is scheming is typically motivated by personal interests and is willing to go to great lengths to reach their goals, even if it means compromising ethical boundaries. Scheming individuals often have a hidden agenda and are skilled at concealing their true intentions, often making it difficult for others to perceive their deceitful schemes.
The term can also describe the act of devising and formulating these hidden plans or strategies. It suggests a deliberate and cunning approach to dealing with situations, with the ultimate aim of personal gain or advantage at the expense of others. Scheming is often associated with individuals who possess a high level of intelligence and strategic thinking, as they are capable of crafting intricate plans that can successfully manipulate others. However, it is important to note that scheming is generally regarded as negative behavior, as it involves exploiting and deceiving others for personal gain.
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• Given to forming schemes; intriguing; artful.
• The act of one who schemes.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of SCHEMING
The word "scheming" has its origins in the Middle English verb "schemen" which meant "to plot, plan, or devise". This Middle English term was derived from the Old English word "sceamian" meaning "to dream, consider, or scheme". The Old English term itself can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic root word "*skaumijaną" which meant "to see, observe, or be seen". Over time, the word "scheming" evolved in meaning specifically to refer to making secret, devious, or underhanded plans.
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