conspire
Translation
to conspire, to plot, to scheme
Examples
They conspired to overthrow the government.
They conspired to overthrow the government.
The elements seemed to conspire against us.
The elements seemed to conspire against us.
Grammar Patterns
((to conspire)) ((to do sth.)) to secretly plan to do sth. illegal They conspired to steal the painting.
((to conspire)) ((with sb.)) ((against sb.)) to plan with sb. against sb. He conspired with his brother against the CEO.
Similar Words
Synonyms: plot, scheme, collude
Etymology
From Latin 'con-' (together) + 'spirare' (to breathe). To 'breathe together' in making a secret plan.
Memory Tips
To 'conspire' is the action of creating a 'conspiracy'. Remember they share the same root.