Definition of Machiavellian
- cunning and focused on power
Usage examples of Machiavellian
His Machiavellian strategy was not to win trust, but to control who had access to money, favors, and information.
The aide made a Machiavellian move by flattering both candidates privately while leaking information that weakened them both.
The boardroom felt Machiavellian when executives formed secret alliances and sacrificed colleagues to gain power.