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conspiracy

//kənˈspɪɹəsi//

Noun

A word that identifies a person, place, thing, or idea.

Note for conspiracy

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Forms

Plural
conspiracies

Definitions

  1. 1.An agreement or arrangement between multiple parties to do something harmful, immoral or subversive; an instance of collusion.

    • Conspiracies, like all other exercises of human ingenuity, are of very different kinds. The gloomy plots arranged in old Italian halls..
  2. 2.An agreement between two or more persons to break the law at some time in the future.

  3. 3.A secret agreement to do something.

    • Nina nods her understanding and joins the conspiracy to surprise Victoria.
    • Have you been part of a surprise party conspiracy or plotted a delightful treat for someone you love?
    • The four kids giggled as they filed out the door and climbed into her car. It was obvious that this was a conspiracy!
  4. 4.An agreement to work together to bring something about; an act or instance of conspiring.

    • When collaboration is conscious, planned, and shared with others, excitement builds and a conspiracy develops.
    • Retelling stories can provide a time of reflection, but the idea is to create a conspiracy to open up new ways of thinking in order to change education.
    • By teaming up, local educators and community leaders can forge a potent, positive conspiracy to help our children to strive for success in school and ultimately in life.

Frequency

Overall

Uncommon· #3765

By learning goal

Everyday conversation
Rare
General reading & writing
Uncommon
Academic
Rare
Literature
Rare

Etymology

From Middle English conspiracie

From Anglo-Norman conspiracie

From Latin cōnspīrātiō

From conspire + -acy.

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