Word
maze
US/ˈmeɪz/
UK/mˈeɪz/
Definitions
01a physical labyrinth
B1 · Intermediate Countable noun
n. a puzzle made of many paths where it is easy to get lost.
n. a complex system of paths or tunnels in which it is difficult to find one's way; a labyrinth.
“The children spent an hour trying to find the exit of the garden maze.”
“The palace grounds featured an elaborate hedge maze that had challenged visitors for over two centuries.”
02a confusing system
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun
n. a situation or set of rules that is very complicated and hard to understand.
n. a complex or confusing network of ideas, rules, or circumstances.
“It was difficult to navigate the maze of government rules to start a business.”
“New investors often struggle to find their way through the maze of conflicting financial regulations and tax codes.”
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03mental confusion
C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Archaic · Literary
n. a state of being very confused or surprised.
n. a state of bewilderment or mental confusion.
“He wandered through the day in a maze of grief and disbelief.”
“The sudden news left her in such a maze of thought that she could hardly speak to her guests.”
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NOUN
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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