intrigue
//ɪnˈtriːɡ//
Verb
intrigueInfinitive
intriguePresent tense
intriguedPast tense
intriguedPast participle
intriguingPresent participle
intriguesThird-person singular
1
To arouse the curiosity or interest of someone; to fascinate.
The mysterious painting intrigued all the visitors at the museum.
2
To make secret plans or plots; to scheme.
The politicians intrigued against each other to gain power.
Noun
intrigueSingular
intriguesPlural
1
A secret or underhanded scheme; a plot.
The novel is full of political intrigue and betrayal.
2
The practice of engaging in secret schemes or plots.
The royal court was full of political intrigue.
3
A secret romantic relationship or affair.
The novel tells the story of a romantic intrigue between a married woman and a young artist.