LABYRINTHS Synonyms
There are 10 hypernyms of the word labyrinths. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for LABYRINTHS
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maze | nounn | |||||||
noun • complex system of paths or tunnels in which it is easy to get lost • something jumbled or confused | ||||||||
complex | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective • complicated in structure; consisting of interconnected parts noun • a conceptual whole made up of complicated and related parts • a compound described in terms of the central atom to which other atoms are bound or coordinated • (psychoanalysis) a combination of emotions and impulses that have been rejected from awareness but still influence a person's behavior • a whole structure (as a building) made up of interconnected or related structures adjective satellite • difficult to analyze or understand | ||||||||
confusion | nounn | |||||||
noun • disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably • a mental state characterized by a lack of clear and orderly thought and behavior • a feeling of embarrassment that leaves you confused • an act causing a disorderly combination of elements with identities lost and distinctions blended • a mistake that results from taking one thing to be another | ||||||||
conundrum | nounn | |||||||
noun • a difficult problem | ||||||||
convolution | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the shape of something rotating rapidly • a convex fold or elevation in the surface of the brain • the action of coiling or twisting or winding together | ||||||||
dilemma | nounn | |||||||
noun • state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options | ||||||||
enigma | nounn | |||||||
noun • something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained • a difficult problem | ||||||||
entanglement | nounn | |||||||
noun • an intricate trap that entangles or ensnares its victim | ||||||||
intricacy | nounn | |||||||
noun • marked by elaborately complex detail | ||||||||
network | verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj | |||||||
noun • an interconnected system of things or people • (broadcasting) a communication system consisting of a group of broadcasting stations that all transmit the same programs • an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals • a system of intersecting lines or channels • (electronics) a system of interconnected electronic components or circuits verb • communicate with and within a group | ||||||||
perplexity | nounn | |||||||
noun • trouble or confusion resulting from complexity | ||||||||
puzzle | nounn | |||||||
noun • a particularly baffling problem that is said to have a correct solution • a game that tests your ingenuity verb • be a mystery or bewildering to • be uncertain about; think about without fully understanding or being able to decide | ||||||||
quandary | nounn | |||||||
noun • a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one • state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options | ||||||||
riddle | nounn | |||||||
noun • a difficult problem • a coarse sieve (as for gravel) verb • pierce with many holes • set a difficult problem or riddle • separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff • spread or diffuse through • speak in riddles • explain a riddle | ||||||||
snarl | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a vicious angry growl • an angry vicious expression • something jumbled or confused verb • utter in an angry, sharp, or abrupt tone • make a snarling noise or move with a snarling noise • twist together or entwine into a confusing mass • make more complicated or confused through entanglements | ||||||||
tangle | verbv | |||||||
noun • a twisted and tangled mass that is highly interwoven • something jumbled or confused verb • force into some kind of situation, condition, or course of action • tangle or complicate • disarrange or rumple; dishevel • twist together or entwine into a confusing mass | ||||||||
web | nounn | |||||||
noun • an intricate network suggesting something that was formed by weaving or interweaving • an intricate trap that entangles or ensnares its victim • the flattened weblike part of a feather consisting of a series of barbs on either side of the shaft • an interconnected system of things or people • computer network consisting of a collection of internet sites that offer text and graphics and sound and animation resources through the hypertext transfer protocol • a fabric (especially a fabric in the process of being woven) • membrane connecting the toes of some aquatic birds and mammals verb • construct or form a web, as if by weaving | ||||||||
inner ear | nounn | |||||||
noun • a complex system of interconnecting cavities; concerned with hearing and equilibrium | ||||||||
internal ear | nounn | |||||||
noun • a complex system of interconnecting cavities; concerned with hearing and equilibrium |