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intricacy

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun intricacy has 1 sense
  1. elaborateness, elaboration, intricacy, involution - marked by elaborately complex detail
    --1 is a kind of complexity, complexness

Definitions from the Web

Term: Intricacy

Definition: The quality of being intricate or having many interrelated parts or details.

Part of speech: Noun

Sense 1: The state or quality of being complex or complicated.

Examples:

  • The artist's painting showcased the intricacy of details.
  • The mathematical problem required unraveling the intricacies of the equation.

Part of speech: Noun

Sense 2: A complex, intricate, or detailed feature or element.

Examples:

  • The lace dress was elegantly adorned with intricate intricacies.
  • The watchmaker's craftsmanship was evident in the intricacies of the timepiece.

Part of speech: Noun

Sense 3: The state or quality of being full of intricacies or nuances.

Examples:

  • The plot of the novel unfolded with intriguing intricacy.
  • The dance routine impressed the audience with its intricacy and precision.

Part of speech: Noun

Sense 4: The difficult or complex nature of something.

Examples:

  • The intricacy of the legal system can be challenging to navigate.
  • The intricacies of the human brain continue to fascinate scientists.

Part of speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Characterized by intricacies; complex or detailed.

Examples:

  • The artisan created an intricacy design on the pottery.
  • The intricate web of relationships in the family became more apparent over time.

Part of speech: Adjective

Sense 2: Involved or entangled in intricate details.

Examples:

  • The detective's investigation revealed the intricacy of the crime.
  • The architect carefully considered the intricacy of incorporating modern elements into the historic building.

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