Manipulator

Pronunciation: /məˈnɪpjəˌleɪtər/

Manipulator (noun)

  1. A person who influences or controls others in a clever or dishonest way.
  2. A tool or device used to control or operate something, often in engineering or technology.

Examples

  • A manipulator can influence people's decisions easily.
  • The manipulator is used to adjust the machine's settings.

Common collocations: skilled manipulator, manipulator of emotions, robotic manipulator, manipulator arm

Synonyms of Manipulator

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Antonyms of Manipulator

  • — A follower does not control or influence others.
  • — A subordinate is someone who is under the control of another.