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
precursorone that precedes and indicates the approach of another
refractiondeflection from a straight path undergone by a light ray or energy wave in passing obliquely from one medium (such as air) into another (such as glass) in which its velocity is different
weatherthe state of the atmosphere with respect to heat or cold, wetness or dryness, calm or storm, clearness or cloudiness
avuncularsuggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality
smughighly self-satisfied
paraphrasea restatement of a text, passage, or work giving the meaning in another form
accordto grant or give especially as appropriate, due, or earned
deviouswandering
cleaveto adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly
mimean ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner