manipulate məˈnɪpjʊleɪt/Submit verb 1. handle or control (a tool, mechanism, information, etc.) in a skilful manner. he manipulated the dials of the set synonyms: operate, handle, work, control, use, employ, utilize the workman manipulated some knobs and levers alter, edit, or move (text or data) on a computer. the pupils can manipulate the data or screen image examine or treat (a part of the body) by feeling or moving it with the hand. this system of healing is based on manipulating the ligaments of the spine synonyms: massage, rub, knead, feel, palpate she used her hands to manipulate the muscles of his back 2. control or influence (a person or situation) cleverly or unscrupulously. the masses were deceived and manipulated by a tiny group synonyms: exploit, control, influence, use/turn to ones advantage, manoeuvre, engineer, steer, direct, guide, twist round ones little finger, work, orchestrate, choreograph the government tried to manipulate the situation
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