1. to create or cultivate a complex, mysterious, or deceptive situation; to generate interest or suspense through secretive or underhanded means
The author began to develop intrigue in the plot by introducing mysterious characters.
O autor começou a desenvolver intriga no enredo ao introduzir personagens misteriosos.
2. to engage in or foster secret scheming or plotting
The politicians developed intrigue to undermine their rival's campaign.
Os políticos desenvolveram intriga para minar a campanha de seu rival.