manipulate

Meanings

1. 1
   verb

   To control or influence someone cleverly or unfairly, often for your own benefit.

   He manipulated his friends into doing all of his work for him.

2. 2
   verb

   To handle, manage, or change something with skill.

   The software lets you easily manipulate data and create charts.

3. 3
   verb

   To change or arrange something dishonestly in order to deceive.

   The trader was accused of trying to manipulate the stock prices.

Back-formation from manipulation.

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