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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|---|---|
| unfeigned | not feigned or hypocritical : genuine |
| attenuate | to lessen the amount, force, magnitude, or value of : weaken |
| hazardous | involving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm) |
| choir | an organized company of singers (as in a church service) |
| shrivel | to draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture |
| effrontery | shameless boldness : insolence |
| wary | marked by keen caution, cunning, and watchfulness especially in detecting and escaping danger |
| codify | to reduce to a code |
| healthful | beneficial to health of body or mind |
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