intertwine

verb

in·​ter·​twine ˌin-tər-ˈtwīn 

intertwined; intertwining; intertwines

transitive verb

: to unite by twining one with another

intransitive verb

: to twine about one another

also : to become mutually involved

intertwinement

ˌin-tər-ˈtwīn-mənt 

noun

Synonyms of intertwine

• weave

Examples of intertwine in a Sentence

He's always telling stories in which the present and the past intertwine.

His fate is intertwined with hers.

Recent Examples on the Web

Proponents of this legislation have a much broader understanding of how religion and government should intertwine. —Cate Charron, IndyStar, 27 Jan. 2026

Over time, beauty and wellness have become increasingly intertwined, evolving into complementary and overlapping categories. —Clara Ludmir, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026

The Armani brand, synonymous with luxury and sophistication, was intertwined with the designer’s strong links with Hollywood, both on set and the red carpet. —Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 26 Jan. 2026

Everything, for us, is intertwined with community. —Angelique Jackson, Variety, 25 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1641, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

Rhymes for intertwine

• acridine
• alkaline
• andesine
• anodyne
• anticline
• arginine
• asinine
• atropine
• benzidine
• borderline
• byzantine
• calamine

Kids Definition

intertwine

verb

in·​ter·​twine ˌint-ər-ˈtwīn 

: to twine or cause to twine about one another : interlace