Manipulate Definition
manipulate
verb
- influence or control shrewdly or deviously; "He manipulated public opinion in his favor"
- hold something in one's hands and move it
- tamper, with the purpose of deception; "Fudge the figures"; "cook the books"; "falsify the data"
- manipulate in a fraudulent manner; "rig prices"
- control (others or oneself) or influence skillfully, usually to one's advantage; "She manipulates her boss"; "She is a very controlling mother and doesn't let her children grow up"; "The teacher knew how to keep the class in line"; "she keeps in line"
- treat manually, as with massage, for therapeutic purposed
"Manipulate" in song lyrics
See how manipulate is used in real songs:
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"Who shine brighter make moves and manipulate"
ini — Wonderlust -
"Corrupts, and I can't manipulate"
Mr. Lif f/ El-P — Phantom -
"My mental state is too strong to manipulate"
Mykill Miers — Rock the Mic
Words that rhyme with manipulate
Usage tips for "manipulate"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "manipulate" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for manipulate to find words that pair well.