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.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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smear | a viscous or sticky substance |
surly | menacing or threatening in appearance |
germinal | being in the earliest stage of development |
invulnerable | incapable of being wounded, injured, or harmed |
brazen | made of brass |
meek | enduring injury with patience and without resentment : mild |
well-bred | having or displaying the politeness and good manners associated especially with people of high social class |
negligible | so small or unimportant or of so little consequence as to warrant little or no attention : trifling |
inquisitive | given to examination or investigation |
outmoded | not being in style |