intrigue
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/ɪnˈtriːɡ/
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/ɪnˈtriːɡ/
to make someone very interested and want to know more
The mystery book's plot really intrigued me.
这本悬疑小说的情节真的让我很感兴趣。
to secretly plan with others to harm someone
The nobles began to intrigue against the king.
贵族们开始密谋反对国王。
secret plans to achieve something, often by tricking people
The palace was full of political intrigue.
宫殿里充满了政治阴谋。
a secret plan or relationship that tricks someone
She discovered the romantic intrigue between her friends.
她发现了朋友们之间的浪漫私情。
the exciting feeling around something secret or important
There was an air of intrigue about the old mansion.
这座古老宅邸有一种神秘的氛围。