Connived
Verb
Definition: To secretly allow or be involved in a wrongdoing or illegal activity.
Synonyms: Collude, Conspire, Cooperate
Antonyms: Expose, Oppose, Thwart
Examples:
- The corrupt police officer connived with the drug dealers to smuggle drugs into the city.
- He connived to deceive his business partners and embezzle company funds.
Mnemonics:
- "Connived" sounds similar to "convinced," but instead of convincing someone to do something right, conniving involves secretly allowing or participating in something wrong.
Etymology:
Origin:
late Middle English: from Latin 'connivere', from con- 'together' + 'nictare' 'to wink'.
Historical Usage:The word originated in Latin and has been used in English since the late Middle Ages.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
None found specifically for "connived."
Explanation:"Connived" refers to secretly allowing something improper, while "conceived" means to come up with an idea or plan. The two words have different meanings and usage.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Confusing "connived" with "conceived."
Explanation:"Connived" refers to secretly allowing something improper, while "conceived" means to come up with an idea or plan. The two words have different meanings and usage.