Meaning of the word connive in English

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

connive

US /kəˈnaɪv/
UK /kəˈnaɪv/
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Verb

to secretly allow something considered immoral, illegal, wrong, or harmful to occur

Example:
The government was accused of conniving at the violation of human rights.
She connived with her colleagues to steal the company's secrets.