Basic Details
Word: Conspire
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To secretly plan with others to do something wrong or illegal.
Synonyms: Plot, scheme, collude
Antonyms: Cooperate, assist
Idioms and Phrases
- Conspire against: To secretly plan to harm or deceive someone. Example: "They conspired against their boss to take control of the project."
- In the same boat: To be in a similar situation. Example: "We are all in the same boat, so let's not conspire against each other but work together."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The group of friends decided to conspire to surprise their friend for her birthday.
Example 2: The detectives were trying to figure out who was conspiring to commit the crime.
Example 3: Its not right to conspire with someone to cheat in an exam.
Fun Fact
The word "conspire" comes from the Latin word "conspirare," which means "to breathe together." It originally suggested working closely together, but over time it took on a more negative meaning associated with secret plans.
Famous Quote
"In this world, there are only two tragedies. One is not getting what one wants, and the other is getting it." Oscar Wilde
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "conspire" mean?
a) To secretly plan something good
b) To secretly plan with others to do something wrong
c) To work together on a project
d) To celebrate an event
Answer: b) To secretly plan with others to do something wrong
2. Which of these is a synonym of "conspire"?
a) Together
b) Plot
c) Stand
d) Help
Answer: b) Plot
3. Which is an antonym of "conspire"?
a) Collude
b) Cooperate
c) Scheme
d) Plan
Answer: b) Cooperate
4. Which sentence uses "conspire" correctly?
a) The children conspired to make a cake for their mother.
b) The sun conspired to shine brightly.
c) I conspired my homework in the evening.
d) He conspired the game in the park.
Answer: a) The children conspired to make a cake for their mother.
5. Which idiom means planning secretly for something negative?
a) In the same boat
b) Conspire against
c) Break the ice
d) Jump to conclusions
Answer: b) Conspire against
