Meaning of the word cabal in English

What does cabal mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cabal

US /kəˈbɑːl/
UK /kəˈbæl/

Noun

a secret political clique or faction

Example:
A small cabal of dissidents was planning a coup.
The government was accused of being controlled by a shadowy cabal.