Synonyms for intrigue

Noun

1. intrigue, machination, plot, secret plan, game

usage: a crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends

2. intrigue, love affair, romance

usage: a clandestine love affair

Verb

1. intrigue, fascinate, matter to, interest

usage: cause to be interested or curious

2. scheme, intrigue, connive, plot

usage: form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner