Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

court-intrigue

Noun

/kɔːrt ˈɪn.triːɡ/

Definition

Secret plots and schemes happening within a royal court or among powerful individuals, often involving manipulation and deception.

Examples

The novel depicted the intense court-intrigue that ensued after the king’s unexpected death.
Many historical accounts reveal the court-intrigue that shaped the fates of nations.

Meaning

Court-intrigue refers to the complex and often secretive dealings, plots, and power struggles that occur among members of a court, typically in a royal or influential setting.