Labyrinthine

Meanings

1. Like a labyrinth; irregular and twisting
2. Complicated and confusing
3. Intricate beyond easy navigation

Example Sentences

• "The labyrinthine lanes of old Varanasi can confuse even seasoned travellers."
• "Navigating the labyrinthine tax code requires a skilled chartered accountant."
• "The labyrinthine plot of the novel kept readers guessing until the last page."

Etymology

From Latin 'labyrinthus', from Greek 'labyrinthos' — the maze built by Daedalus in Crete to contain the Minotaur. The origin of the Greek word itself is unknown, possibly pre-Greek.

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