contriver
/kənˈtraɪvər/
noun
- A person who plans or creates something, often in a clever or skillful way.
- The contriver of the new recycling system won an award for her innovative idea.
- He was the chief contriver of the school's fundraising campaign.
- The contriver of the escape plan had thought of every detail.
- A person who plots or schemes, often in a secret or dishonest way.
- The contriver of the robbery was caught by the police.
- In the story, the contriver behind the conspiracy was the king's own advisor.
- She was known as a clever contriver who always got what she wanted through manipulation.