CEFR B2

intrigue

verb, noun

Meaning

To arouse the curiosity or interest of; fascinate.

Examples

The unusual circumstances of the case continued to intrigue the investigators.
Her quiet demeanor and mysterious past intrigued him.

Synonyms: interest, fascinate, captivate, enthrall

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intrigue (B2)

verb, noun

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈtriːɡ]

Definition

To arouse the curiosity or interest of; fascinate.

Examples

The unusual circumstances of the case continued to intrigue the investigators.
Her quiet demeanor and mysterious past intrigued him.
The novel's complex plot and unexpected twists intrigued readers worldwide.

How to Use intrigue

intrigue someone (collocation): To make someone very curious or interested. — "The magician's tricks continued to intrigue the audience."
intrigue of (prepositional phrase): The mysterious or fascinating quality of something. — "He was drawn to the intrigue of the ancient ruins."

Synonyms of intrigue

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