intricacy
noun
in·tri·ca·cy
ˈin-tri-kə-sē 
plural intricacies
1
: the quality or state of being intricate
2
: something intricate
the intricacies of a plot
Examples of intricacy in a Sentence
She admired the composition for its beauty and intricacy.
I had trouble following all the intricacies in the plot.
the intricacies of English grammar
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Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 23 July 2025
As any knowledgeable collector or jewelry professional knows from experience, acquiring knowledge and facts about intricacies of fine jewelry design, materials and artisanship is best achieved by viewing, and ideally handling, superb pieces in person.
—Kyle Roderick, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025
Considering Kirino’s skill in writing about women and bodies and the intricacies of class tension, my hopes are high.
—Literary Hub
july 1, Literary Hub, 1 July 2025
No one knows the surface, its intricacies, and how to use every square inch of the court better than Djokovic.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 11 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for intricacy
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“Intricacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/intricacy. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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intricacy
noun
in·tri·ca·cy
ˈin-tri-kə-sē
plural intricacies
1
: the quality or state of being intricate
2
: something intricate
the intricacies of the plot
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