Manipulative
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /məˈnɪp.jə.lə.tɪv/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Manipulative is an adjective meaning Using manipulation purposefully.
Meaning
Using manipulation purposefully.
More Meanings
- Tending to manipulate.
- (derogatory) Reaching one's goals at the expense of other people by using them.
- (mathematics) A manipulable object designed to demonstrate a mathematical concept.
Example Sentences
You manipulative bitch!
Some children need manipulatives to learn math basics, Dr. Clements said, but only as a starting point.
As in much of biology, the most satisfying truths in ecology derive from manipulative experimentation. Tinker with nature and quantify how it responds.
Word Forms
- manipulatives
Synonyms for manipulative
Depending on context, synonyms include controlling, artful.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include artful, handling, rigged, engineered, devious, controlling.
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