Complot (en. Plot)

/komˈplot/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Conspiracy or illicit agreement among several people.
The group was planning a plot to overthrow the government.
El grupo planeaba un complot para derrocar al gobierno.
Plot or storyline of an artistic work, especially in theater or film.
The plot of the movie was very intriguing.
El complot de la película fue muy intrigante.
Secret action intended to cause harm or disadvantage to someone.
A plot against him was discovered that involved several of his friends.
Se descubrió un complot en su contra que involucraba a varios de sus amigos.

Etymology

From the French 'complot', which means conspiracy.

Common Phrases and Expressions

shadowy plot
Hidden or secret conspiracy.
complot en la sombra
to unmask a plot
To reveal or expose a conspiracy.
desenmascarar un complot
to make a plot
To conspire or scheme among several people.
hacer un complot

Related Words

conspirator
A person who participates in a plot.
conspirador
intriguer
A person involved in secret or sensitive machinations.
intrigante
scheming
The action of scheming or hidden purposes.
maquinación

Slang Meanings

Secret conspiracy among friends.
They are making a plot to surprise me on my birthday.
Están haciendo un complot para sorprenderme en mi cumpleaños.
Plan to take revenge on someone.
The plot against his boss is brewing quickly.
El complot contra su jefe se está cocinando rápido.