labyrinthic

labyrinthic

The labyrinthic corridors of the ancient palace confused the visitors.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Resembling a labyrinth: "labyrinthic" describes something that is like a labyrinth in structure — intricate, winding, and confusing, often with many interconnected passages or elements.
    • Complex and perplexing: It can also refer to anything that is extremely complicated, difficult to follow, or puzzling, such as a problem, argument, or system.
Usage Examples
  • (The streets were intricate and maze-like, causing disorientation.)
  • (The explanation was overly complicated and hard to understand.)
  • (The storyline was full of twists and confusing connections.)
Advanced Usage

  • "labyrinthic structure": a physical or conceptual arrangement that is highly intricate and maze-like.

    • The labyrinthic structure of the cave system made exploration dangerous. (The cave had many winding, interconnected tunnels.)

  • "labyrinthic reasoning": thinking or logic that is overly complex and hard to follow.

    • His labyrinthic reasoning failed to convince the jury. (His argument was so convoluted that it lost its persuasive power.)
Variants and Related Words

  • Labyrinth (n): a complex, maze-like structure or system.

    • The garden was designed as a labyrinth with high hedges. (A maze of paths.)

  • Labyrinthine (adj): a synonym for labyrinthic, often used interchangeably.

    • The labyrinthine corridors of the building were impossible to navigate. (Very winding and confusing.)

  • Labyrinthitis (n): an inflammation of the inner ear, causing dizziness and balance issues.

    • She was diagnosed with labyrinthitis after experiencing severe vertigo. (A medical condition.)
Synonyms
  • Maze-like: resembling a maze in complexity.
  • Convoluted: extremely complicated and difficult to follow.
  • Tangled: twisted or knotted, often figuratively meaning confused.
  • Intricate: having many complex details or parts.
Related Idioms

  • "A labyrinth of lies": a situation where many falsehoods are interconnected and hard to unravel.

    • The politician’s testimony was a labyrinth of lies. (A complex web of deception.)

  • "Lost in the labyrinth": being confused or unable to find a way out of a complicated situation.

    • After hours of debate, we were lost in the labyrinth of legal jargon. (Completely bewildered by complexity.)