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CABAL

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Cabal.

Cabal - as a noun

A clique (often secret) that seeks power usually through intrigue

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
camarillafactionjunto

A plot to carry out some harmful or illegal act (especially a political plot)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
conspiracy
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
gameplotsecret plan
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Cabal - as a verb

Engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together

Example: "They conspired to overthrow the government"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
complotconjureconspiremachinate
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
plot
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The group formed a secret cabal to overthrow the government."
"The cabal of executives made all the decisions behind closed doors."
"Rumors of a political cabal spread throughout the city."
"The cabal of wealthy businessmen controlled the media."
"The existence of a secret cabal was revealed by an anonymous whistleblower."
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Word Game Points

Is CABAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cabal is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CABAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is CABAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cabal is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CABAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is CABAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cabal is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CABAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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