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conspirator

noun (conspirators)

«conspirator» in the English dictionary: everyday and in Jewish tradition — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

A person who joins with others in secret to plan something bad, such as overthrowing a ruler. tree →

In the lessons

in stories, the plotters who secretly plan to take the throne or harm the king: the king hunted down the conspirators.

Examples

  • The guards caught three conspirators hiding in the cellar. tree →
  • The conspirators whispered in the dark corridor. tree →
  • A conspirator is someone who plots with others in secret. tree →

Note

nothing for maths.

In Jewish tradition

A man who joined Absalom's revolt against King David.

Interpretation. The tradition notes that Ahithophel was very wise, and David's prayer that his advice be made foolish was answered.

Examples

  • And one told David, saying: 'Ahithophel is among the conspirators with Absalom.' And David said: 'O LORD, I pray Thee, turn the counsel of Ahithophel into foolishness.' (Prophets 2SA.15.31, JPS 1917) tree →

Note

nothing for maths.

On Mova

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