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machiavellianism

/ˌmækiəˈvɛliənɪzəm/

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What does machiavellianism mean?

noun

  1. The political philosophy of Machiavelli, especially the realist doctrine which emphasizes the maintenance of the state above ethical concerns.
  2. A political maneuver that exemplifies the philosophy. Unsavory government politics.
  3. A psychological construct centered on interpersonal manipulation, lack of empathy, cold affect, and indifference to morality.

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/ˌmækiəˈvɛliənɪzəm/

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