VocabJLPT N2
conspiracy
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. plot
  2. 2. intrigue
  3. 3. conspiracy
This noun refers to a conspiracy or plot, describing a secret scheme typically devised by a group of people to achieve a harmful or underhanded goal. It carries a strongly negative connotation and is used in political, historical, or dramatic contexts. You might encounter it in thriller novels, news stories about corruption, or discussions of historical events.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I think someone's scheming is behind the new employee's sudden drop in evaluation.

Sentence 2

It's probably just paranoia, but I can't help suspecting a plot.

Sentence 3

My seat just happened to change — don't go treating that like some conspiracy.

Sentence 4

A conspiracy that elaborate? That stuff doesn't happen in real life.

Sentence 5

If there is a plot going on at the workplace, I'll make sure to keep records.