intrigue
US /ˈɪnˌtriɡ, ɪnˈtriɡ/
・UK /ɪnˈtri:g/
B1
verb
- To make someone interested or curious
noun
- Secret plan; the act of making a secret plan
Examples
a tale of treachery and court intrigue
The prime minister engaged in political intrigues against the king.