Intrigue Definition & Meaning

intrigue
noun
  1. a crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends
  2. a clandestine love affair
verb
  1. cause to be interested or curious
  2. form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner

"Intrigue" in song lyrics

See how intrigue is used in real songs:

  • "To daddy, youknowwhatImean, you intrigue"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) & Equipto — A Peez Paradise
  • "Archangel turned Azazel - hateful spawn of the intrigue"
    iCon the Mic King & Chum f/ Killah Priest — Law & Order
  • "A purpose, have meaning, stimulate, intrigue"
    Kool Moe Dee — Candy

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