L'intrigue (en. The plot)

/lɛ̃.tʁiɡ/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Definition: The set of events and twists in a story.

Example_sentence: The intrigue of the novel is captivating.

L'intrigue du roman est captivante.

Definition: Machiavellian or secret plan aimed at manipulating a situation.

Example_sentence: He was accused of participating in a political intrigue.

Il a été accusé de participer à une intrigue politique.

Definition: Complex relationships between characters in a literary work.

Example_sentence: The intrigue between the main characters develops slowly.

L'intrigue entre les personnages principaux se développe lentement.

Etymology_origin: From the Latin 'intrica', meaning 'entangled'.

Phrase: court intrigue

Meaning: Political maneuvering within a court.

intrigue de cour

Phrase: romantic intrigue

Meaning: Secret or complicated romantic relationship.

intrigue amoureuse

Phrase: police intrigue

Meaning: Narrative featuring a criminal investigation.

intrigue policière

Related_word: to intrigue

Description: To spark someone's interest or curiosity.

intriguer

Related_word: intriguing

Description: Who arouses interest or excitement, often with a secret aspect.

intrigant

Meaning: Secret plots among friends.

Example: They hide to talk about an intrigue.

Ils se cachent pour parler d'une intrigue.

Meaning: Exaggerated drama scenes.

Example: This movie is full of intrigues, very dramatic!

Ce film est rempli d'intrigues, très dramatique !