intrigued

American  

[in-treegd] / ɪnˈtrigd /

adjective

1. curious about or fascinated by something unusual or mysterious.

   Intrigued onlookers came out onto their balconies, trying to catch a glimpse of the festivities.

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verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of intrigue.

Other Word Forms

• unintrigued adjective

Etymology

Origin of intrigued

intrigue ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

This device would mark the biggest-ever change in the physical design of an iPhone, and consumers seem intrigued.

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

I was intrigued by a comment by former Chancellor Sir Jeremy Hunt in the Commons.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

In this week’s Screen Gab, ‘Love Story’ boss Connor Hines explains what intrigued him about the love story between John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette, plus streaming suggestions for your weekend.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

Some analysts are now intrigued by the possibility of a breakup or outright sale of the company.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 28, 2026

While she’s talking, Mrs. Pritchett’s face shifts from tired to amused to possibly intrigued.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller