Schemed Meaning in English
word · lemma: scheme
ˈskimd
SKEEMD
skˈiːmd
SKEEMD
Definition
Planned or plotted something in a secret or dishonest way, usually to achieve a particular goal.
Usage & Nuances
"Schemed" is usually negative, suggesting secret and possibly dishonest intent. Often used for elaborate or cunning plans. Commonly paired with 'against' (someone), or 'to' (do something). Don't confuse with 'planned' (neutral) or 'dreamed' (positive).
Spanish: maquinó - tramó - conspiróPortuguese (BR): tramou - planejou (de forma negativa) - conspirouPortuguese (PT): tramou - conspirou - planeou (de forma negativa)Chinese (Simplified): 密谋了 - 图谋了Chinese (Traditional): 密謀了 - 圖謀了Hindi: षड्यंत्र रचा - साजिश कीArabic: دبّر مؤامرة - خطّط (بمكر)Bengali: ষড়যন্ত্র করেছিল - চক্রান্ত করেছিলRussian: замыслили - строили козни - замышлялиJapanese: たくらんだ - 策略を練ったVietnamese: âm mưu - lên kế hoạch ngầmKorean: 음모를 꾸몄다 - 술책을 썼다Turkish: dalavere yaptı - entrika çevirdiUrdu: سازش کی - خفیہ منصوبہ بنایاIndonesian: merencanakan secara licik - bersekongkol
Example Sentences
He schemed to steal the money.
basic
They schemed against their boss.
basic
She schemed to become president of the club.
basic
I can't believe he schemed behind my back all this time.
natural
After we lost, I realized the other team had schemed to cheat.
natural
It turns out they schemed together to get the project canceled.
natural