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scheme
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- pronunciation:
- skim
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
A scheme is a plan to do something that is not honest.
The man had a scheme to make lots of money by selling fake diamonds, but he was caught by the police.- synonyms:
- plot
- similar words:
- device
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| definition 2: |
A scheme is a plan or program that has a specific goal, like a way of helping people earn money or a way of helping people become healthier.
The mayor has a scheme for creating more jobs for people who need them.- synonyms:
- means, plan, strategy
- similar words:
- design
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| related words: |
arrangement, method, pattern, process, program, proposal, trick |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
schemes, scheming, schemed |
| definition: |
When people scheme, they make a secret plan together.
The boys schemed for weeks and finally figured out a great way to surprise their friend on his birthday.The nobles schemed in order to get control over the young king.- synonyms:
- plot
- similar words:
- plan
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| derivation: |
schemer (n.) |
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