manipulativ
Translation
manipulative
Examples
Sein Verhalten ist sehr manipulativ.
His behaviour is very manipulative.
Sie benutzt manipulative Taktiken.
She uses manipulative tactics.
Grammar Patterns
predicative: used as a predicative adjective. Sein Verhalten ist sehr manipulativ.
attributive: used as an attributive adjective before a noun. Er ist ein manipulativer Mensch.
Similar Words
Synonyms: calculating, devious; Antonyms: honest, open
Etymology
From Latin 'manipulare' (to handle). The suffix '-iv' indicates an adjective.
Memory Tips
Think of a puppeteer pulling strings to control a puppet.