The/somebody’s scheme of things
noun
The way somebody perceives a situation or a system.
In his scheme of things, hard work is more important than talent.
Often appears as...
- in somebody’s scheme of things
- not in somebody’s scheme of things
noun
A general understanding or plan of how something should be organized or happen.
Every employee plays a crucial part in the company's scheme of things.
Often appears as...
- part of the scheme of things
- change the scheme of things
noun
The way somebody perceives a situation or a system.
In his scheme of things, hard work is more important than talent.
Often appears as...
- in somebody’s scheme of things
- not in somebody’s scheme of things
noun
A general understanding or plan of how something should be organized or happen.
Every employee plays a crucial part in the company's scheme of things.
Often appears as...
- part of the scheme of things
- change the scheme of things
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Personal Importance
Reflects the importance or relevance of something according to a person's beliefs or values.
In my scheme of things, family always comes first.
Pro Tip 2/3Subjectivity
Highlights that it's a personal rather than universal concept, varying from one individual to another.
In her scheme of things, success is synonymous with happiness.
Pro Tip 3/3Prioritization
Indicates how someone ranks the importance of different aspects in life or work.
In the grand scheme of things, small setbacks aren't significant.
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