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MANIPULATION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Manipulation.

Manipulation - as a noun

Exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage

Example: "His manipulation of his friends was scandalous"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
use3
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
influence14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The action of touching with the hands (or the skillful use of the hands) or by the use of mechanical means

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
handling13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
touch10touching14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Her constant manipulation of the facts made it hard to trust anything she said."
"The politician was accused of using manipulation tactics to sway the voters."
"He was skilled in the art of manipulation and could easily get what he wanted."
"The company engaged in price manipulation to gain an unfair advantage in the market."
"Psychological manipulation can be damaging to a person's mental health."
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Word Game Points

Is MANIPULATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, manipulation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MANIPULATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is MANIPULATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, manipulation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MANIPULATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is MANIPULATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, manipulation is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MANIPULATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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