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
quiescentmarked by inactivity or repose : tranquilly at rest
aproposbeing both relevant and opportune
chastento correct by punishment or suffering : discipline
obtusenot pointed or acute : blunt
talismanan object held to act as a charm to avert evil and bring good fortune
disquisitiona formal inquiry into or discussion of a subject : discourse
sobrietythe quality or state of being sober
reproveto scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent
habitatthe place or environment where a plant or animal naturally or normally lives and grows
exegesisexposition