
Conspire
Negative actions
'Conspire' often involves plans to harm someone or something, or break the law.
The corrupt officials conspired to embezzle funds.
Secretive nature
Plans made when conspiring are usually kept secret from outsiders.
The thieves conspired in hushed tones, glancing around nervously.
Group activity
'Conspire' implies that more than one person is involved in making the plans.
The siblings conspired to surprise their parents with a party.