conspiracy
/kənˈspɪrəsi/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6055 in the learning path
阴谋；密谋
Definitions
n. A secret plan by several people to do something wrong.
阴谋；密谋
Example
Police uncovered a conspiracy to steal valuable paintings.
警方发现了一起盗窃珍贵画作的阴谋。
False conspiracy theories can spread rapidly online, weakening public trust in scientific institutions.
虚假的阴谋论会在网上迅速传播，削弱公众对科研机构的信任。
Collocations
- conspiracy theory
- uncover a conspiracy
- conspiracy to commit fraud
Word family
- conspire (v.)
- conspirator (n.)
- conspiratorial (adj.)
Synonyms
- plot
Usage tip
conspiracy to do sth指密谋做某事。
FAQ
- What does conspiracy mean?
- A secret plan by several people to do something wrong.
- How is conspiracy pronounced?
- UK /kənˈspɪrəsi/, US /kənˈspɪrəsi/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
