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INTRIGUE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Intrigue.

How to pronounce intrigue:

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Intrigue - as a noun

A crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends

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

A clandestine love affair

Intrigue - as a verb

Cause to be interested or curious

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fascinate
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
interestmatter to
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
connivescheme

Example Sentences

"The mystery novel had so much intrigue that I couldn't put it down."
"The political scandal was full of intrigue and conspiracy."
"I was instantly drawn to the intrigue of the ancient treasure map."
"The spy movie was filled with suspense and intrigue."
"The intricate plot of the play added an element of intrigue."
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Word Game Points

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

INTRIGUE has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

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

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

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