Meaning & Definition of word "Conspiracy"

Conspiracy

/kənˈspɪr.ə.si/

1. A secret plan by a group to do something unlawful or harmful.
- Example: The investigation revealed a conspiracy to commit fraud.
2. The act of conspiring; an agreement between two or more persons to commit a crime or carry out a secret plan.
- Example: The police uncovered a conspiracy among the officials to embezzle funds.
3. A combination of persons for a secret, unlawful, or evil purpose.
- Example: The author's book detailed a historical conspiracy involving several powerful leaders.
4. A plot or scheme devised by the conspirators.
- Example: They were charged with conspiracy to overthrow the government.
5. A conspiracy theory, often considered far-fetched or based on unfounded suspicions.
- Example: Many people believe in the conspiracy surrounding the assassination, despite the lack of evidence.

Late Middle English: from Latin 'conspiratio(n-)', from 'conspirare' meaning 'to breathe together'.

conspiracy theory:

A belief that certain events or situations are secretly manipulated behind the scenes by powerful forces.

conspiracy of silence:

A situation where people choose to remain silent about a particular issue, preventing it from being discussed.

conspiratorial:

Having a secretive or scheming nature.

conspire:

To make secret plans jointly to commit an unlawful or harmful act.

collusion:

Secret or illegal cooperation or conspiracy, especially in order to cheat or deceive others.

intrigue:

A secret plan or scheme.

Meaning: Conspiracy nut

Example Sentence: Someone who is excessively preoccupied with conspiracy theories.

Meaning: Conspiracy theorist

Example Sentence: A person who believes in and promotes conspiracy theories.