Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word closest in meaning to the word below.

Machinations

  1. Shine

  2. Scheme

  3. Talkative

  4. Money

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Machinations refer to clever, often underhanded schemes or plots planned to achieve a goal. It comes from the same root as 'mechanical' but with negative connotations. Shine, talkative, and money are unrelated.