Basic Details
Word: Intrigued
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Very interested in something or curious about it.
Synonyms: Curious, fascinated, interested
Antonyms: Indifferent, uninterested, bored
Idioms and Phrases
- Intrigued to the core: Feeling deeply interested or curious. Example: "She was intrigued to the core by the mysterious book on the shelf."
- Intrigued by a puzzle: Being very curious about something that is puzzling or difficult to understand. Example: "The strange riddle intrigued him, and he spent hours trying to solve it."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The children were intrigued by the magic show, eagerly watching every trick the magician performed.
Example 2: Maria felt intrigued after hearing about the science project and wanted to learn more about it.
Example 3: The storybook's cover was so beautiful that it intrigued everyone who passed by.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "intrigue" comes from the Latin word "intricari," meaning "to entangle"? It reflects how something interesting can capture our thoughts and emotions!
Famous Quote
"Curiosity is one of the permanent and certain characteristics of a vigorous intellect." Samuel Johnson
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "intrigued" mean?
a) Very relaxed
b) Very angry
c) Very interested
d) Very sad
Answer: c) Very interested
2. Which of these is a synonym of "intrigued"?
a) Bored
b) Indifferent
c) Curious
d) Tired
Answer: c) Curious
3. Which sentence uses "intrigued" correctly?
a) The intrigued dog barked at the squirrel.
b) She was intrigued by the new movie's storyline.
c) The intrigued colours of the painting were dull.
d) He was intrigued to sleep early.
Answer: b) She was intrigued by the new movie's storyline.
4. Which idiom means feeling very curious?
a) Intrigued to the core
b) Chasing shadows
c) Raining cats and dogs
d) A blessing in disguise
Answer: a) Intrigued to the core
5. What is the opposite of "intrigued"?
a) Curious
b) Interested
c) Indifferent
d) Fascinated
Answer: c) Indifferent
