scheme

• Nom désignant un plan ou une disposition systématique, souvent secret ou complexe, élaboré pour atteindre un objectif précis ; peut aussi désigner un schéma ou un programme organisé.

A noun referring to a systematic plan, arrangement, or program designed to achieve a particular goal or objective.

1. Plan or systemB1formal

   A systematic plan or arrangement for achieving a particular objective.

   Plan ou système

   • The government introduced a new pension scheme.
   • They devised a scheme to improve traffic flow.
   • The company's bonus scheme rewards high performance.

   Synonymesarrangementblueprintdesignframeworkplanprogramprojectproposalstrategysystem

2. Dishonest planB2informal

   A secret or underhanded plan, often for illegal or dishonest purposes.

   Plan malhonnête

   • He was arrested for his involvement in a fraudulent investment scheme.
   • The criminals hatched a scheme to rob the bank.
   • She uncovered a scheme to embezzle company funds.

   Synonymesartificeconspiracydodgeintriguemachinationplotployrusetrickwile

3. Color arrangementB1formal

   A planned combination of colors used in design or decoration.

   Combinaison de couleurs

   • The room's color scheme uses shades of blue and green.
   • The designer chose a monochromatic scheme for the logo.
   • A warm color scheme makes the space feel cozy.

   Synonymespalette

• Verbe utilisé pour désigner l'action de former des plans, surtout de manière secrète ou fourbe, ou pour désigner des intrigues et des complots.

A verb used to indicate the act of making plans, especially in a secret or devious way, or to plot or intrigue.

1. Plan secretlyB2formal

   To make secret or underhanded plans, often for dishonest or illegal purposes.

   Comploter secrètement

   • They schemed to overthrow the government.
   • He was accused of scheming against his business partner.
   • The villains schemed to steal the treasure.

   Synonymescolludeconniveconspirecontriveintriguemachinateplot

2. Plan systematicallyB2formalbritish

   To plan or organize something in a systematic way.

   organiser de manière systématique

   • The committee schemed a new approach to fundraising.
   • She schemed the entire project timeline.
   • They schemed a way to reduce costs without sacrificing quality.

   Synonymesconniveconspirecontrivedeviseintriguemachinateplanplot