Meaning & use
intricate
Having many finely detailed parts or elements that are intertwined in a complex way.
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The jeweler admired the intricate pattern engraved on the antique silver box.
Untangling the intricate plot of the novel required careful attention to every chapter.
A note on using this word
Intricate emphasizes fine, interwoven detail rather than mere difficulty, so it fits delicate craftsmanship as readily as complicated systems.
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