Word Adverb
intricately
adv.
manner
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˈɪntɹəkətɫi/ UK /ˈɪntɹɪkətli/ in·tri·cate·ly
Definition
adv.in a very detailed and complex way. You use this to describe something that has many small parts or is very difficult to understand.
adv.in a complex, detailed, or elaborate manner. Often describes the construction of physical objects or the execution of abstract processes.
Examples
“The artist painted the flowers intricately on the glass.”
“The two countries are intricately linked through trade and shared history, making any sudden change in policy difficult to manage.”
“The architect designed the ceiling intricately, ensuring that every geometric pattern was perfectly aligned to reflect the natural light entering through the stained glass windows.”
Etymology
From intricate + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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