manipulation

/mənˌɪpjəlˈeɪʃən/ · 5 syllables

Meaning

noun

1. exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage
   “his manipulation of his friends was scandalous”
2. the action of touching with the hands (or the skillful use of the hands) or by the use of mechanical means

Synonyms for manipulation

• use
• handling

Words that rhyme with manipulation

• operation
• variation
• representation
• separation
• association
• derivation
• elevation
• inclination
• preparation
• application
• combination
• concentration
• formation
• foundation
• generation
• irritation
• organisation
• organization
• presentation
• radiation
• regulation
• relaxation
• replication
• reservation
• restoration
• translation
• accommodation
• administration
• animation
• assimilation