Intertwine: meaning, definitions and examples
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intertwine
[ ˌɪntərˈtwaɪn ]
in relationships
To twist or twine together. To become intricately involved or entangled. To mix or blend together closely.
Synonyms
entwine, interlace, intertwist, interweave
Examples of usage
- Their lives became intertwined after meeting at the conference.
- The fates of the two families were intertwined for generations.
- We watched as the colors intertwined on the canvas, creating a beautiful masterpiece.
emotions
To connect closely or inseparably. To mix or combine in a complex way.
Synonyms
connect, entangle, entwine, interconnect
Examples of usage
- The joy and sorrow intertwined in her heart.
- His past experiences intertwined to shape his current mindset.
literary
A complex or intricate pattern of intertwining.
Synonyms
entanglement, interconnection, interlacing
Examples of usage
- The novel's plot was a masterful intertwine of various storylines.
Translations
Translations of the word "intertwine" in other languages:
🇵🇹 entrelaçar
🇮🇳 मिलाना
🇩🇪 verflechten
🇮🇩 melingkar
🇺🇦 переплітати
🇵🇱 splatać
🇯🇵 絡み合う
🇫🇷 entrelacer
🇪🇸 entrelazar
🇹🇷 iç içe geçmek
🇰🇷 엮다
🇸🇦 يتشابك
🇨🇿 proplétat
🇸🇰 prepletať
🇨🇳 交织
🇸🇮 prepletati
🇮🇸 flétta saman
🇰🇿 орау
🇬🇪 გადახლართვა
🇦🇿 dolaşmaq
🇲🇽 entrelazar
Word origin
The word 'intertwine' originated from the combination of 'inter-' meaning 'between' or 'among' and 'twine' meaning 'to twist'. It first appeared in English in the early 17th century. The concept of things being intricately connected or woven together has been a common theme in literature and relationships throughout history.