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intrigued

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɪntɹiɡd// UK //ɪntɹˈiːɡd// in·trigued

adj. very interested in something because it seems strange, unusual, or mysterious. You feel this way when you want to learn more about a secret or a new idea.

adj. aroused by curiosity or fascination; having one's interest piqued by something novel or obscure. Often used predicatively after linking verbs such as 'be', 'seem', or 'remain'.


SIMPLE

I am intrigued by your new business idea.

CONTEXTUAL

The scientists were intrigued by the unusual data patterns and decided to run the experiment again.

COMPLEX

While most investors ignored the small startup, a few were intrigued by its unconventional approach to renewable energy and requested a private meeting with the founders.

Synonyms
Usage

Commonly followed by the preposition 'by' or 'with'.

Pitfall

The book was very intrigued.The book was very intriguing.Learners often confuse the -ed adjective (describing a person's feeling) with the -ing adjective (describing the thing that causes the feeling).

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