Intricate
Example: Intricate systems require careful analysis
Definition
"Intricate" describes something that is very complicated or detailed, often involving many interconnected parts or elements. For example, intricate systems require careful analysis due to their complexity and the many factors involved.
Etymology
The word "intricate" comes from the Latin word 'intricatus', meaning entangled or perplexed, derived from 'intricare', which means to entangle. Did you know? The root hints at something so complex it seems tangled up like a knot, perfectly reflecting the meaning of "intricate".
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"Intricate" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (C2) - set 1", containing 95 commonly used words.
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