TANGLE
Scrabble letter values: T1A1N1G2L1E1 = 7
Definition
- noun a twisted and tangled mass that is highly interwoven.
- noun something jumbled or confused. — synonyms: snarl, maze
- verb force into some kind of situation, condition, or course of action. — synonyms: embroil, sweep, sweep_up, drag, drag_in
- verb tangle or complicate. — synonyms: ravel, knot
- verb disarrange or rumple. — synonyms: tousle, dishevel
- verb twist together or entwine into a confusing mass. — synonyms: entangle, mat, snarl
Examples
- “they carved their way through the tangle of vines”
- “a tangle of government regulations”
- “They were swept up by the events”