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.