calculating
UK/'kælkjuleitiŋ/US
GREB1
Definitions
adj.
Coldly scheming and selfish; planning carefully to get an advantage over others.
精于算计的，工于心计的。
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedcalculatepebble, stone; to reckon
+
-ingcontinuous / action of
=calculating
Present participle of calculate used as an adjective, with a negative twist. A calculating person works other people out like numbers — coolly weighing what each is worth and planning moves for self-interest. The math metaphor turns chilly and manipulative.
Common Collocations
- 1.calculating mind精于算计的头脑
- 2.cold and calculating冷酷算计的
- 3.calculating look打量的眼神
Example Sentences
- 1.
Behind her warm smile was a cold, calculating mind.
- 2.
He gave her a calculating look, sizing up her weakness.