manipulate
verbStress: second syllable
Syllables: ma-nip-u-late (4)
English Definition
Handle or control a tool, mechanism, or person in a skillful manner.
Example Sentence
He knows how to manipulate people for his own benefit.
US IPA
/məˈnɪpjuleɪt/
UK IPA
/məˈnɪpjuleɪt/