C1verbemotionspsychology
US/ɪnˈtriːɡ/
UK/ɪnˈtriːɡ/
to make someone very interested and curious to know more
In context
The strange old map intrigued him, so he spent the weekend studying it.
Her unusual life story intrigues everyone who hears it.
I was intrigued by the idea of living on a boat.
Words that go with intrigue
verb + noun
- intrigue readersThe opening chapter is designed to intrigue readers.
- intrigue audiencesThe film has intrigued audiences for decades.
verb + preposition
- be intrigued byShe was intrigued by his unusual job.
adverb + adjective
- particularly intriguedI was particularly intrigued by the ending.
- deeply intriguedShe was deeply intrigued by the old letters in the attic.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The story is intrigued.Correct: The story is intriguing.