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
bigotryobstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot
conclavea private meeting or secret assembly
impotentnot potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless
irremediablenot remediable
precedentprior in time, order, arrangement, or significance
mortifyto subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame
promulgateto make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim
blightedaffected with blight (see blight
avengeto take vengeance for or on behalf of
zealota zealous person