schemer

• Substantivo que designa uma pessoa que elabora ou segue um plano pessoal de ação, frequentemente com intenção estratégica ou astuta. Pode ter sentido neutro de planejador ou conotação negativa de alguém que trama algo em benefício próprio.

A noun referring to a person who devises or follows a personal plan of action, often with a strategic or cunning intent.

1. A person who devises plansB2formal

   An individual who creates and follows a personal plan of action, often with a strategic or self-serving purpose.

   Maquinador

   • He was known as a clever schemer who always had a backup plan.
   • The schemer outlined a detailed strategy for the project.
   • She is a schemer who carefully plots her career moves.

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2. A cunning or manipulative personB2informal

   Someone who uses clever, often dishonest, methods to achieve their goals.

   Articulador

   • The schemer tricked his colleagues into doing his work.
   • She is a schemer who always finds a way to get what she wants.
   • Beware of that schemer; he will twist your words for his benefit.

   Sinônimosfinaglerintriguermachinatormanipulatoroperatorplotterwheeler dealer