cabal (Meaning)
cabal (n)
a clique (often secret) that seeks power usually through intrigue
a plot to carry out some harmful or illegal act (especially a political plot)
cabal (v)
engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together
cabal (n.)
Tradition; occult doctrine. See Cabala
A secret.
A number of persons united in some close design, usually to promote their private views and interests in church or state by intrigue; a secret association composed of a few designing persons; a junto.
The secret artifices or machinations of a few persons united in a close design; intrigue.
cabal (v. i.)
To unite in a small party to promote private views and interests by intrigue; to intrigue; to plot.
Synonyms & Antonyms of cabal
cabal Sentence Examples
- There were rumors of a secret cabal plotting to overthrow the government.
- The cabal of influential businessmen controlled much of the city's economic landscape.
- Despite their small numbers, the cabal wielded significant power behind the scenes.
- The existence of a political cabal aiming to manipulate elections caused widespread concern.
- The cabal's clandestine meetings were held in remote locations to avoid detection.
- Uncovering the identities of the members of the cabal proved to be a daunting task.
- Many believed that the cabal operated with impunity, beyond the reach of the law.
- Efforts to expose the cabal's corrupt activities were met with resistance and intimidation.
- The cabal's influence extended into various sectors, including media and finance.
- Disbanding the cabal required coordinated efforts from law enforcement and concerned citizens.
FAQs About the word cabal
a clique (often secret) that seeks power usually through intrigue, a plot to carry out some harmful or illegal act (especially a political plot), engage in plot
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There were rumors of a secret cabal plotting to overthrow the government.
The cabal of influential businessmen controlled much of the city's economic landscape.
Despite their small numbers, the cabal wielded significant power behind the scenes.
The existence of a political cabal aiming to manipulate elections caused widespread concern.
