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intrigue Antonyms

Opposite of intrigue

Because the opposite of intrigue shifts with each meaning, the 16 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To arouse the curiosity or interest of; to fascinate.

Usage Example

"The unusual architectural design of the museum immediately intrigued the visitors."

Strongest
bore
Strong
tire
weary
turn off
repel
pall
jade

• noun (Context 2)

The secret planning of something illicit or detrimental; a clandestine plot or scheme.

Usage Example

"The historical novel is filled with royal court honesty and diplomatic betrayal."

Strongest
honesty
Strong
candor
openness
transparency
sincerity

• noun (Context 3)

A mysterious or fascinating quality that arouses curiosity or interest.

Usage Example

"The ancient ruins held an undeniable air of boredom for the visiting archaeologists."

Strong
boredom
dullness
tedium
monotony

Similar words to intrigue

Words similar to intrigue shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

fascinate
scheme
conspire
plot
fascination
machination
affair
interest
See all synonyms of intrigue

• Nearby Words

intricate
intricately
intricateness
intrigue
intriguing
intriguingly
intrinsic

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Intrigue. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/intrigue
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