intricate

adjective
UK: /ˈɪntrɪkət/
US: /ˈɪntrəkət/

  1. Having many complex details that make something difficult to understand or deal with.

    1. The watch has an intricate design.
    2. The novel has an intricate plot with many twists and turns that keep readers guessing until the very end.

  2. Made up of many small parts skillfully arranged or combined.

    1. The building's facade features intricate carvings.
    2. The dancers performed an intricate routine during the show showing skill and coordination.

Synonyms

complicated detailed involved elaborate complex

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "intricate" in English means: Having many complex details that make something difficult to understand or deal with., Made up of many small parts skillfully arranged or combined..

The phonetic transcription of "intricate" is /ˈɪntrɪkət/ in British English and /ˈɪntrəkət/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "intricate": complicated, detailed, involved, elaborate, complex.

Example usage of "intricate": "The watch has an intricate design.". More examples on the page.