scheming
adjective
UK/ˈskiː.mɪŋ/
US/ˈskiː.mɪŋ/
Definitions of scheming adjective
Involved in making secret and clever plans, often with the intention to deceive or manipulate.
The scheming manager is always trying to take advantage of his subordinates.
She was known for her scheming ways and acts of betrayal.
He was a scheming strategist, planning everything from behind the scenes.