verb
conspire
kun-SPYRE/kənˈspaɪər/
To act together secretly to bring about an outcome.
The three adults conspire to steal a jewel, huddling privately over their plan.
Etymology
“Breathe together” became “agree” or “plot,” perhaps through the image of a shared oath or instruments sounding in unison. English used this joint agreement for secretly planning wrongdoing.
In context
they often conspire to hurt the narcissists but they do so in extremes when the narcissist is sadistical or bullying or threatening
More examples
- Two employees conspired against their manager.
- My friends are conspiring to throw me a surprise party.
- Heavy traffic and bad weather conspire to make us late.
Forms
conspire · conspires · conspired · conspiring
conspiracy noun — A secret plan made by several people.
conspirator noun — A person who secretly plots with others.