Synonyms of mastermind

mastermind 1 of 2

noun

as in architect

a person who designs and guides a plan or undertaking

the real mastermind behind the embezzlement scheme

Synonyms & Similar Words

• architect
• engineer
• leader
• organizer
• designer
• originator
• maker
• manager
• pioneer
• builder
• schemer
• producer
• developer
• director
• commander
• inaugurator
• contriver
• handler
• inspirer
• plotter
• planner
• initiator
• arranger
• formulator
• captain
• generator
• quarterback
• hatcher
• maneuverer
• spawner
• instituter
• institutor
• machinator
• finagler

mastermind

2 of 2

verb

as in to engineer

to plan out usually with subtle skill or care

he was charged with masterminding a plan to redecorate the suite of offices without seriously disrupting business operations

Synonyms & Similar Words

• engineer
• plot
• negotiate
• manipulate
• arrange
• maneuver
• contrive
• machinate
• scheme
• finesse
• frame
• conclude
• intrigue
• manage
• concert
• work out
• wangle
• connive
• captain
• finagle
• hammer out
• direct
• hatch
• concoct
• conduct
• compass
• brew
• command
• handle
• quarterback
• angle (for)
• run
• cook (up)
• gerrymander

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• butcher
• gum (up)
• bungle
• botch
• mess (up)
• blow
• fumble
• muff
• flub
• louse up
• mangle
• mishandle
• bobble

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• butcher
• gum (up)
• bungle
• botch
• mess (up)
• blow
• fumble
• muff
• flub
• louse up
• mangle
• mishandle
• bobble

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