conspiracy
Translation
conspiracy, plot, scheme
Examples
They were accused of conspiracy to murder.
They were accused of conspiracy to murder.
He believes in a conspiracy theory about aliens.
He believes in a conspiracy theory about aliens.
Grammar Patterns
((a conspiracy)) ((to-inf)) a secret plan to do sth illegal They were accused of conspiracy to murder.
((a conspiracy)) ((against sb./sth.)) a secret plan against sb/sth It was a conspiracy against the king.
Similar Words
Synonyms: plot, scheme, intrigue
Etymology
From Latin 'con-' (together) + 'spirare' (to breathe), literally 'to breathe together'.
Memory Tips
Imagine people whispering ('breathing') together ('con-') in a dark room, secretly planning something.