Contrive

Pronunciation: /kənˈtraɪv/

Contrive (verb)

  1. To make a plan in a careful way, often to achieve something in a hidden or indirect manner.
  2. To create or arrange something by using skill and effort, especially when it is difficult.
  3. To arrange events or conditions to produce a particular result, usually in a controlled or deliberate way.

Examples

  • She contrived a secret plan to avoid the meeting.
  • They contrived a hidden scheme before anyone noticed.