"machiavellian" in Chinese (Simplified)
马基雅维利式的
Definition
形容一个人聪明、狡猾,并且愿意用不诚实或诡诈的手段达到目的,尤其是在政治或商业领域。
Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))
通常带有负面含义,用于形容在政治或商业中不择手段的人。该词源自文艺复兴时期思想家马基雅维利。常用于正式或学术场合,不属于日常词汇。
Examples
Some leaders have a very machiavellian way of thinking.
有些领导人的思维方式非常**马基雅维利式**。
His machiavellian plan surprised everyone.
他**马基雅维利式**的计划让大家很惊讶。
People called her machiavellian because she always got her way.
人们称她为**马基雅维利式**,因为她总能达到目标。
He used a machiavellian strategy to win the election, making secret deals and spreading rumors.
他用**马基雅维利式**策略赢得选举,秘密交易并散布谣言。
You don't have to be machiavellian to succeed, but some people think it's necessary in business.
你不必**马基雅维利式**才能成功,但有些人认为在生意场上是必要的。
Her machiavellian charm hides her real intentions under a friendly smile.
她的**马基雅维利式**魅力隐藏在友善的微笑背后,掩盖了真实意图。