manipulation
//məˌnɪp.jəˈleɪ.ʃən//
Noun
manipulationSingular
manipulationsPlural
1
The action of controlling or influencing someone or something in a clever or unscrupulous way.
The politician was accused of manipulation of public opinion.
2
The skillful handling, controlling, or using of something, especially with the hands.
The manipulation of the surgical instruments requires years of practice.
3
The alteration or adjustment of data, figures, or information, often in a deceptive manner.
The company was accused of manipulation of financial data.