Meaning & Definition of word "Intricately"

Intricately

/ˈɪn.trɪ.kət.li/

adverb:

  • 1. In a very detailed or complicated manner, often involving many small parts or elements.
    • Example: The artist intricately designed the patterns on the vase, making each detail stand out.
  • 2. In a manner that is complex and difficult to understand.
    • Example: The plot of the novel unfolds intricately, revealing twists and connections between characters.
  • 3. With great attention to detail and complexity.
    • Example: She intricately wove the threads together to create a beautiful tapestry.

Etymology

From the word 'intricate', which comes from Latin 'intricatus', meaning 'entangled, complicated'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

intricately designed:

Having a complex and detailed design.

intricately woven:

Intertwined in a complex manner.

intricately linked:

Closely and complicatedly connected.

Related Words

intricate:

Having many complexly arranged elements; detailed and complicated.

intricacy:

The quality of being intricate or complicated.

intricate design:

A design that features many complicated details.

Slang Meanings of intricately

Meaning: Really complicated

Example Sentence: That math problem is intricately hard!

Meaning: Extremely detailed

Example Sentence: Her notes for the project are intricately long.