conspiration

noun

Definition of conspirationnext
as in intrigue

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conspiration
  1. intrigue
  2. scheme
  3. plot
Noun
  • In the meantime, Venus in Libra will meet with Pluto retrograde in a harmonious alignment, adding depth, magnetism and a bit of psychological intrigue to the energetic atmosphere.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 10 Aug. 2026
  • When the emergence of a serial killer targeting teens coincides with the arrival of a new student, Robert Mallory (Homer Gere), suspicion and intrigue (and cocaine) become the name of the game.
    — CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of intrigue
Noun
  • New lighting and wall labels, redesigned layouts, and the introduction of new services are all aimed at enhancing the visitor experience, while the Uffizi will protect its treasures through improved conservation and security schemes.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Taylor Farms alleges that Brian Thune confessed to the scheme in a March 16 phone call with company officials and again confessed and apologized for his actions in an April 8 voicemail to Taylor Farms Chief Executive Officer Bruce Taylor.
    — James Powel, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of scheme
Noun
  • This new environment is a fertile plot to support the growth of crypto real estate transactions as local businesses and legal systems become more accustomed to virtual currency transactions.
    — K.H. Koehler, Ascend Agency, 6 Aug. 2026
  • There is plenty of bloodshed and adrenaline, but those action scenes serve mostly as retribution and to tie up loose plot points.
    — Whitney Friedlander, Variety, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of plot
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“Conspiration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conspiration. Accessed 11 Aug. 2026.

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