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conspiracy

[kuhn-spir-uh-see] / kənˈspɪr ə si /
NOUN
collusion in plan
Synonyms
STRONGEST
plot scheme sedition treason
STRONG
cabal confederacy connivance countermine counterplot disloyalty fix frame game hookup intrigue league machination perfidy practice treachery trick trickery
WEAK
complot covin little game put-up job treacherousness
Antonyms
STRONG
faithfulness honesty ignorance loyalty

Example Sentences

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It’s the classic mindset of the conspiracy theorist: The absence of proof of the conspiracy is simply proof of how deep the conspiracy goes!

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

District Judge Lewis Liman threw out 10 of the 13 claims in Lively’s suit, including harassment, defamation and conspiracy claims.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

They’re going to create all these fictional conspiracy theories.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

"The publication of historical archives strengthens institutional credibility, helps debunk conspiracy theories and demonstrates a commitment to the truth," according to a guide published with the documents.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

There was no truth in that, but he threw a glance to Esme and she nodded, pleased to be part of an impromptu conspiracy.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.