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.
這本懸疑小說的情節真的讓我很感興趣。
to secretly plan with others to harm someone
The nobles began to intrigue against the king.
貴族們開始密謀反對國王。
secret plans to achieve something, often by tricking people
The palace was full of political intrigue.
宮殿裡充滿了政治陰謀。
a secret plan or relationship that tricks someone
She discovered the romantic intrigue between her friends.
她發現了朋友們之間的浪漫私情。
the exciting feeling around something secret or important
There was an air of intrigue about the old mansion.
這座古老宅邸有一種神秘的氛圍。