machiavellianism

• Политическая доктрина, которая оправдывает использование любых средств, включая обман или безжалостность, для приобретения и удержания автократической власти.

A political doctrine that advocates the use of any means, including deceit or ruthlessness, to acquire and maintain autocratic power.

uncountable · proper noun

1. Political DoctrineC1formalpolitical

   The political philosophy of Niccolò Machiavelli, which holds that any means, even those considered unscrupulous or deceitful, can be justified to achieve and maintain political power and control.

   Макиавеллизм

   • The ruler's Machiavellianism was evident in his willingness to break treaties for strategic advantage.
   • Critics accused the politician of practicing Machiavellianism to consolidate his authority.
   • The book explores the core tenets of Machiavellianism in Renaissance statecraft.

   Synonymsrealpolitik

2. C1formalscientific

   A personality trait characterized by a cynical, manipulative, and pragmatic approach to interpersonal relationships, often involving a lack of empathy and a focus on self-interest.

   Макиавеллизм

   • His high level of Machiavellianism made him a skilled but untrustworthy negotiator.
   • Psychologists study Machiavellianism as part of the 'Dark Triad' of personality traits.
   • She used Machiavellianism to climb the corporate ladder, manipulating colleagues along the way.

   Synonymscunningdeviousnessduplicityopportunismschemingtrickery

   Antonymsaltruismcompassionempathy