Associations to the word «Svengali»

Wiktionary

SVENGALI, noun. One who manipulates or controls another as by some mesmeric or sinister influence; especially a coach, mentor or industry mogul.

Dictionary definition

SVENGALI, noun. Someone (usually maleficent) who tries to persuade or force another person to do his bidding.
SVENGALI, noun. The musician in a novel by George du Maurier who controls Trilby's singing hypnotically.

Wise words

Always aim at complete harmony of thought and word and deed. Always aim at purifying your thoughts and everything will be well.
Mohandas Gandhi