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machinery

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of machinery

something used to achieve an end

sincerely believes that the machinery of government can be used to better people's lives

Synonyms of machinery

agency, agent, instrument, instrumentality, means, medium, ministry, organ, vehicle

Words Related to machinery

determinant, expedient, factor, influence, ingredient, mechanism, tool

activator, animator, catalyst, driver, energizer, executor, generator, impetus, incentive, inspiration, instigation, instigator, launcher, mover, power, stimulus, trigger

antecedent, cause, occasion, reason

subagency, subagent

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