a crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends
同义词:intrigue
machination详细解释
mach.i.na.tion n.(名词)The act of plotting.阴谋策划的行为A crafty scheme or cunning design for the accomplishment of a sinister end.See Synonyms at conspiracy 密谋:为了达到一个罪恶的目的而设计的巧计或诡计参见 conspiracy