intricate

/ˈɪn.tɹɪ.kət/adjective

Made up of many small, complicated details.

Example sentence

“The shawl was woven in an intricate pattern.”

Suggests fine detail to admire; 'complicated' suggests trouble. A watch mechanism is intricate, a tax form complicated.

Related words

intrigueSecret plotting or a hidden scheme designed to achieve a goal by covert means.intrepidBrave and adventurous; showing no fear.intrinsicBelonging to the basic nature of a thing; essential and impossible to separate from it.intimidateTo frighten someone, often with threats, so that they feel nervous or back down.introspectionThe act of looking inward and examining your own thoughts and feelings.interviewAn official face-to-face meeting held to judge whether a candidate or applicant is suitable.