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labyrinthine

 

[ ˌlæb.əˈrɪn.θaɪn ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

complex structure

Complicated and intricate, like a maze.

Synonyms

complex, convoluted, intricate

Examples of usage

  • The plot of the movie was so labyrinthine that I had trouble following it.
  • The labyrinthine corridors of the old castle were easy to get lost in.
Context #2 | Adjective

twisting and turning

Full of twists and turns, like a labyrinth.

Synonyms

meandering, serpentine, tortuous

Examples of usage

  • The labyrinthine path through the forest led us to a hidden waterfall.
  • Her mind was a labyrinthine maze of thoughts and emotions.

Translations

Translations of the word "labyrinthine" in other languages:

🇵🇹 labiríntico

🇮🇳 भूलभुलैया जैसा

🇩🇪 labyrinthisch

🇮🇩 berliku-liku

🇺🇦 лабіринтовий

🇵🇱 labiryntowy

🇯🇵 迷路のような

🇫🇷 labyrinthique

🇪🇸 laberíntico

🇹🇷 labirent gibi

🇰🇷 미로 같은

🇸🇦 متاهة

🇨🇿 labyrintový

🇸🇰 labyrintový

🇨🇳 迷宫的 (mí gōng de)

🇸🇮 labirintni

🇮🇸 völundarhússins

🇰🇿 лабиринт тәрізді

🇬🇪 ლაბირინთული

🇦🇿 labirint kimi

🇲🇽 laberíntico

Etymology

The word 'labyrinthine' originates from the Greek word 'laburinthos', which referred to the complex structure of the mythical Labyrinth constructed by Daedalus. Over time, the term evolved to describe anything intricate, confusing, or maze-like in nature. The concept of labyrinths has been present in various cultures throughout history, often symbolizing journeys, challenges, or mysteries.

See also: labyrinth.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,475, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.