There are many who think a wise prince ought, when he has the chance, to foment astutely some enmity, so that by suppressing it he will augment his greatness.

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An enmity is a state of mind in which one feels anger, hatred or dislike toward another person or entity. The use of this quote in the context of the power of prince to enhance his greatness is an interesting one. It suggests that there are many people who would like to see others overthrown. This desire makes them believe that these people need to be suppressed by the prince in order for him to become greater.

Source: The Prince

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