intricate
/ˈɪntrɪkət/
in · tri · cate
ˈɪn · trɪ · kət
English Definition
adj. complex, detailed
Significado en Español
intrincado, complejo
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
phức tạp, tinh vi
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Example Sentence
The design is intricate and beautiful.
图案精美复杂。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
in(inside)+tric(knot)+ate(form)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the synonym for the word “intricate”.
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A
simple
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B
complex
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C
boring
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D
clear
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B — complex.
“intricate” means adj. complex, detailed
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
The old watchmaker studied the ______ gears inside the tiny clock.
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A
simple
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B
plain
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C
intricate
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D
basic
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C — intricate.
“intricate” means adj. complex, detailed
Common questions about “intricate”
What does “intricate” mean?
intricate — adj. complex, detailed. In Chinese: 复杂的，精细的.
How do you pronounce “intricate”?
intricate is pronounced /ˈɪntrɪkət/. It breaks into 3 syllables: in · tri · cate.
How do you use “intricate” in a sentence?
The design is intricate and beautiful. (图案精美复杂。)
What are synonyms for “intricate”?
complicated, complex — all close in meaning to intricate (adj. complex, detailed).
Is “intricate” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. intricate appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “intricate”?
in(inside)+tric(knot)+ate(form)
