Meaning of the word mastermind in English

What does mastermind mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

mastermind

US /ˈmæs.tɚ.maɪnd/
UK /ˈmæs.tɚ.maɪnd/

Verb

1.

to plan a difficult activity, often a crime, in detail and make certain that it happens successfully:

Example:
He's believed to have masterminded the attacks.

Noun

1.

someone who plans a difficult activity, often a crime, in detail and makes certain that it happens successfully:

Example:
He needs to prevent a criminal mastermind from stealing the world's greatest treasures.
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