GRE Word List

INTRIGUE

the practice of engaging in secret schemes

The meaning of the word intrigue is the practice of engaging in secret schemes.

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WordMeaning
promptto move to action : incite
slighthaving a slim or delicate build : not stout or massive in body
visionaryhaving or marked by foresight and imagination
imbecilitythe quality or state of being very stupid or foolish : utter foolishness
perquisitea privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages
verbosecontaining more words than necessary : wordy
equanimityevenness of mind especially under stress
complementsomething that fills up, completes, or makes better or perfect
trilogya series of three dramas or literary works or sometimes three musical compositions that are closely related and develop a single theme
girtha band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back