maze

• Ein Labyrinth oder Irrgarten; ein verwirrendes Geflecht aus Wegen oder Gängen, das dazu dient, Orientierung und Durchkommen zu erschweren, oder allgemein ein verworrenes, kompliziertes Gebilde.

A noun referring to a complex network of paths or passages designed to confuse and challenge those navigating through it, or any confusing, intricate arrangement.

1. Complex network of pathsA2formal

   A confusing network of interconnecting pathways or tunnels designed to challenge navigation.

   Labyrinth

   • The children got lost in the hedge maze at the garden.
   • He solved the maze by drawing a map on paper.
   • The ancient maze was built to protect the treasure.

   Synonymelabyrinthnetworktanglewarrenweb

2. Confusing situationB2informal

   A complicated or bewildering arrangement of things that is difficult to understand or navigate.

   Durcheinander

   • The legal documents were a maze of confusing clauses.
   • She found herself in a maze of conflicting emotions.
   • The city's streets form a maze that tourists often find confusing.

   Synonymejungleknotlabyrinthmorasssnarltanglewarrenweb

   Antonymeclarityorder