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intriguer

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

Definitions and examples are grouped by meaning. Pronunciation, history, word forms, translations, descendants, synonyms, antonyms, derived terms, and related words appear whenever the source provides them.

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  • UK: /ɪnˈtɹiːɡə/

1

noun

Meaning 1

One who intrigues; one who forms plots, or pursues an object by secret means.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

No example sentence was provided for this meaning.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: intrigant

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

a person who devises plots or intrigues

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • he is believed to be the principal designer of the terrorist bombing attack

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: designer

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: planner, contriver, deviser

History

Etymology

From intrigue + -er.