Definitions

1. noun

A secret plan or agreement between people to do something illegal or harmful.

“The investigators uncovered a plot of conspiracy that led to a major scandal.”

2. noun

A theory that some event or situation is the result of a secret plan or plot.

“The conspiracy theory about the moon landing has been widely debunked.”

3. verb

To plot or plan secretly, often with the intention of doing something illegal or harmful.

“The two men were accused of conspiring to embezzle funds from the company.”