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- [verb in-treeg; noun in-treeg, in-treeg]
- /verb ɪnˈtrig; noun ɪnˈtrig, ˈɪn trig/
- /ɪnˈtriːgə /
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- [verb in-treeg; noun in-treeg, in-treeg]
- /verb ɪnˈtrig; noun ɪnˈtrig, ˈɪn trig/
Definitions of intriguer word
- verb with object intriguer to arouse the curiosity or interest of by unusual, new, or otherwise fascinating or compelling qualities; appeal strongly to; captivate: The plan intrigues me, but I wonder if it will work. 1
- verb with object intriguer to achieve or earn by appealing to another's curiosity, fancy, or interest: to intrigue one's way into another's notice. 1
- verb with object intriguer to draw or capture: Her interest was intrigued by the strange symbol. 1
- verb with object intriguer to accomplish or force by crafty plotting or underhand machinations. 1
- verb with object intriguer Obsolete. to entangle. 1
- verb with object intriguer Obsolete. to trick or cheat. 1
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Origin of intriguer
First appearance:
before 1640 One of the 44% oldest English words
1640-50; < French intriguer < Italian intrigare < Latin intrīcāre to entangle; see intricate
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Parts of speech for Intriguer
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intriguer popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 94% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for intriguer
noun intriguer
- spy — a person employed by a government to obtain secret information or intelligence about another, usually hostile, country, especially with reference to military or naval affairs.
- hypocrite — a person who feigns some desirable or publicly approved attitude, especially one whose private life, opinions, or statements belie his or her public statements.
- renegade — a person who deserts a party or cause for another.
- deserter — A deserter is someone who leaves their job in the armed forces without permission.
- conspirator — A conspirator is a person who joins a conspiracy.
Antonyms for intriguer
noun intriguer
- loyalist — a person who is loyal; a supporter of the sovereign or of the existing government, especially in time of revolt.
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