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
dubiousunsettled in opinion : doubtful
rendezvousa place appointed for assembling or meeting
maxima general truth, fundamental principle, or rule of conduct
inveighto protest or complain bitterly or vehemently : rail
hibernalof, relating to, or occurring in winter
atrocitya shockingly bad or atrocious act, object, or situation
preludean introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter
predisposeto dispose in advance
precariousdependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments
cliquea narrow exclusive circle or group of persons