machiavelism Meaning, Definition & Usage

Mach"i*a*vel*ism, Mach`i*a*vel"ian*ism noun (Also<

• Machiavelism
• Machiavelianism

)

Etymology

Cf. F. machiavélisme; It. machiavellismo.

Definitions

1. The supposed principles of Machiavel, or practice in conformity to them; political artifice, intended to favor arbitrary power.