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
recipientone that receives : receiver
conglomeratemade up of parts from various sources or of various kinds
iniquitouscharacterized by iniquity
inebriatedexhilarated or confused by or as if by alcohol : intoxicated
embarkto go on board a vehicle for transportation
halefree from defect, disease, or infirmity : sound
predatoran organism that primarily obtains food by the killing and consuming of other organisms : an organism that lives by predation
winnowto remove (something, such as chaff) by a current of air
comebacka sharp or witty reply : retort
tribunala court or forum of justice