English

intrigue

ɪnˈtriɡ, ɪnˈtriːɡ, ɪnˈtɹiːɡ, ˈɪntɹiːɡ
Meaning: to arouse the curiosity or interest of; fascinate
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: ɪnˈtriːɡ, ɪnˈtɹiːɡ, ˈɪntɹiːɡ

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base intrigue
3rd person singular present intrigues
Present participle intriguing
Past intrigued
Will future will intrigue
Going-to future going to intrigue
Imperative negative don't intrigue / do not intrigue

Example

The mystery intrigued her.
The mystery intrigued her.

Usage Notes

Often used in the passive form ('to be intrigued by') or as an active verb to describe something that captures one's attention through being unusual or mysterious.

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