labyrinthian

adjective

lab·​y·​rin·​thi·​an ˌla-bə-ˈrin(t)-thē-ən 

: labyrinthine

Synonyms of labyrinthian

• intricate
• complicated
• complicate
• complex
• labyrinthine
• sophisticated

Examples of labyrinthian in a Sentence

a website with an exceptionally labyrinthian procedure for ordering merchandise

Recent Examples on the Web

The grabens form a labyrinthian network and meet to form much larger versions of the polygons seen on the floors of the scalloped depressions. — Keith Cooper, Space.com, 23 Apr. 2026

In those old houses, there’s essentially a staircase in the kitchen that parallels the main staircase, and the whole house felt labyrinthian and odd. — Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Jan. 2025

An oasis of hospitality; a labyrinthian casino. — Krista Diamond, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 May 2025

Exploring the massive footprint, and the almost labyrinthian byways, of the Funko book at the San Diego Convention Center. — Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 23 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1588, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for labyrinthian

• corinthian