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intrigue

plot, scheme

noun an-TREEG Rare
Mind & Emotions Attitudes

Origin: Italian 'intrigo', from 'intrigare' (to entangle)

Also means

intrigue, mystery

Usage Note

Intrigue covers a secret plot hatched by characters in both fiction and real life, as well as the abstract quality of mystery or fascination. Être plein d'intrigues describes a place or person full of scheming. The verb intriguer means both 'to plot' and 'to intrigue/fascinate someone'.

Examples

"Le roman est plein d'intrigues politiques."

Natural Translation

The novel is full of political intrigues.

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