Synonyms for

Plotting

Verb / ˈplɑ:tɪŋ / Another word for plotting — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Plotting means making secret plans to do something, often something bad or illegal.

Synonyms & similar words

plot diagram plat scheming planning conspiring devising contriving crafting designing maneuvering organizing engineering arranging orchestrating manipulating angling strategizing hatching

Synonyms by register

Formal

scheming contriving devising engineering

Informal

cooking up hatching cooking cooking something up

Literary

machinating conspiring

Antonyms

foiling thwarting frustrating disrupting undoing scuttling

Common collocations

  • plotting revenge
  • plotting murder
  • plotting a course
  • plotting a takeover
  • plotting a strategy
  • plotting against someone
  • plotting the downfall

Word family

noun plot
verb plot
adjective plotting

Usage note

The word 'plotting' often carries negative connotations, implying secretive and often malicious planning. It can also refer to the act of drawing a map or diagram.

Example sentences

  1. The evil villain was plotting to take over the world.
  2. The kids were plotting to sneak out and go to the movies.
  3. The spies were plotting to steal the secret documents.
  4. The robbers were plotting to rob the bank.
  5. The team was plotting their strategy for the big game.

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