French translation of machinate is 
machinate

Meaning of "machinate" in English

The word "machinate" is a verb that refers to the act of scheming or plotting, usually with the intention to accomplish something deceitful or underhanded. It is often used to describe the intricate planning or maneuvering done secretly, often in a political or organizational context, to bring about a particular outcome. This term suggests a level of cunning and strategy akin to carefully planned manipulation or conspiracy.

Meaning of "machinate" in French

In French, "machinate" is used to describe the act of conspiring or planning secretly, often for a malicious or deceitful purpose. It carries similar connotations to its English counterpart, implying clandestine plotting or devising complex schemes with an element of mischief or intrigue. This term is used to highlight the intricate and often nefarious undertones of such actions.

Pronunciation of "machinate" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈmæʃɪˌneɪt/

Pronunciation Variations: There may be slight variations in pronunciation mainly between British and American English, with Americans often pronouncing it with a slightly flatter ‘a’ sound. However, it generally remains consistent across English-speaking regions.

Pronunciation of "machinate" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ma.ʃi.na.te/

Pronunciation Variations: In French, the pronunciation tends to remain fairly consistent due to the uniform nature of French phonetics across different regions, with minor variations depending on local accents, but these do not typically affect the pronunciation of "machinate."

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The group met in secret to machinate against the company's leadership. (Le groupe s'est réuni en secret pour machiner contre la direction de l'entreprise.)

2. He was accused of trying to machinate the outcome of the election. (Il a été accusé d'essayer de machiner le résultat de l'élection.)

3. She loved to machinate elaborate plans for surprising her friends. (Elle aimait machiner des plans élaborés pour surprendre ses amis.)

4. The villain's attempts to machinate were thwarted by the hero. (Les tentatives du méchant pour machiner ont été déjouées par le héros.)

5. They were caught trying to machinate a plot to steal company secrets. (Ils ont été surpris en train de machiner un complot pour voler les secrets de l'entreprise.)

6. Machinating such a detailed and deceitful plan required patience and secrecy. (Machiner un plan aussi détaillé et trompeur nécessitait de la patience et de la discrétion.)

7. The board members machinated to remove the CEO from his position. (Les membres du conseil ont machiné pour destituer le PDG de son poste.)

8. Many political figures were accused of machinating against the government. (De nombreuses figures politiques ont été accusées de machiner contre le gouvernement.)

9. He spent years machinating his rise to power within the organization. (Il a passé des années à machiner son ascension au sein de l'organisation.)

10. The story involves several characters who machinate in pursuit of their own interests. (L'histoire implique plusieurs personnages qui machinant pour leurs propres intérêts.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "machinate" in English

Synonyms: scheme, plot, conspire, contrive, engineer, devise, plan, strategize, maneuver, arrange.

Antonyms: simplify, disclose, reveal, expose, demystify, uncover, disentangle.

Similar Words: orchestrate, design, manipulate, mastermind, frame.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "machinate" in French

Synonyms: comploter, intriguer, conspirer, fomenter, ourdir, manigancer.

Antonyms: dévoiler, simplifier, clarifier.

Similar Words: planifier, organiser, manoeuvrer, élaborer, manipuler.

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