Cabal
/kəˈbæl/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A secret political faction or conspiratorial group.
The cabal of influential politicians met in secrecy to discuss their plans.
A group of individuals working together for a common goal, often in a covert way.
There was a cabal within the organization that sought to undermine the current leadership.
A clandestine plot or conspiracy.
The novel revolves around a cabal attempting to control the government from behind the scenes.
Etymology
From French 'cabal' or Latin 'cabala', derived from Hebrew 'kabbalah', meaning 'received knowledge'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
inner cabal
A small, secretive group within a larger organization that wields significant power.
Related Words
conspiracy
An agreement between two or more people to commit a crime or act against the government.
plot
A secret plan or scheme to accomplish something, typically something illegal.
Slang Meanings
A secret group with hidden agendas.
They're part of a cabal trying to take over the company.
An elite group of influential people making decisions behind the scenes.
The cabal runs the city without anyone knowing.