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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| deducible | to determine by reasoning or deduction |
| embitter | to excite bitter feelings in |
| intervene | to occur, fall, or come between points of time or events |
| kismet | fate |
| cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |
| self-indulgence | excessive or unrestrained gratification of one's own appetites, desires, or whims |
| dour | stern |
| pliable | supple enough to bend freely or repeatedly without breaking |
| annotate | to make or furnish critical or explanatory notes or comment |
| dissertation | an extended usually written treatment of a subject |