intrigues me

Meanings

• verb (intrigues, intrigued, intrigued)

  Causes great curiosity or interest.

  - "The mystery novel intrigues me and I can't put it down."
  - "The new invention intrigues many scientists."
  - "The old legend about the lost treasure intrigues the local children."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with intrigues me
fries , vies , ties , lies , hives , hives , slices , prizes

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Variants

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intrigue , intrigues , intrigued , intriguer , intriguers , intriguing

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'to entangle,' from Old French 'entrechasser' or Latin 'intricare' (to weave in, to intertwine).

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Trivia

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1. The word 'intrigue' is derived from the Latin word 'intricare', which means 'to weave in' or 'to intertwine'.

2. The term 'intrigue' was first used in English in the late 15th century.

3. In the game of bridge, a bid or play is called an 'intrigue' if it is designed to mislead or deceive the other players.

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Related Concepts

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1. curiosity: A strong desire to learn or know something. Intrigue and curiosity are related concepts, as intrigue can be a source of curiosity.

2. mystery: An enigma or unexplained phenomenon that intrigues and excites the imagination.

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Culture

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In literature, 'intrigue' is often used to refer to the plot or storyline of a novel or play that holds the reader's or audience's interest. In art, intrigue can be found in the mystery or enigma of a painting or sculpture.

How to Memorize "intrigues me"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a curious cat investigating a mystery. Visualize the cat's ears perked up, its whiskers twitching, and its tail swishing as it explores its surroundings.
   - Visualize the word 'intrigue' written out in cursive script, with the 'i's dotted with tiny question marks.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'intrigue' with the feeling of excitement and curiosity you get when you're presented with a mystery or a puzzle.
   - Think of the word 'intrigue' as a synonym for 'mystery' or 'enigma'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Intrigue starts with an 'I'' and 'I' is for 'Imagination' and 'Inquiry'.
   - Create a mental image of the word 'intrigue' as a puzzle box or a key to a secret treasure.

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