1 (disapproving) skilful at influencing sb or forcing sb to do what you want, often in an unfair way:
manipulative behaviour * He's extremely manipulative, so don't let him persuade you.
2 (formal) connected with the ability to handle objects skilfully:
manipulative skills such as typing and knitting
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