as in complicated
having many parts or aspects that are usually interrelated
spent his first year at the Pentagon just trying to fathom its byzantine workings
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Recent Examples of byzantine
The actual burial, next to a chapel containing a famed Byzantine icon painting of the Madonna and child, was closed to the public.
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Aryn Baker, Time, 26 Apr. 2025
Over the course of the millennium, the peninsula was part of the Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman empires, it was invaded by Mongols and fought over by Venice and Genoa.
—Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 25 Apr. 2025
Cobblestone streets are lined with tumbling bougainvillea, and café tables are tucked into every nook and cranny, including on hillside steps that lead to more restaurants and shops in neoclassical buildings, Byzantine churches, and of course nightclubs, because everything in Athens is a dichotomy.
—Rebecca Deurlein, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
Curiously enough, its Byzantine domes are replicated in mosques across Istanbul on both ends of the Bosporus, all looking sort of similar.
—Danuta Hamlin, FOXNews.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Ever since Byzantine emperor Justinian commissioned the construction of Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia in the 6th century AD, churches have also functioned as cultural landmarks and tourist attractions.
—Joe Yogerst, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
In the areas of culture, literature and heritage, the visit will also go some way to underscoring the links between the two countries over books and writing, and the moves to preserve Ancient Roman and Byzantine architecture and heritage crafts.
—Simon Perry, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
The Louvre’s debut fashion exhibit spotlights precious objects from the Byzantine era to the Second French Empire, tracing their influence on designer clothing.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 10 Mar. 2025
Petra’s location linking East and West—which swiftly enriched the city and, by extension, the entire Nabataean Kingdom—is reflected in its distinctive rock-cut architecture, which infuses Nabataean architecture with Hellenistic and Byzantine features.
—Hannah Edgar, ARTnews.com, 25 Feb. 2025
Aryn Baker, Time, 26 Apr. 2025
Over the course of the millennium, the peninsula was part of the Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman empires, it was invaded by Mongols and fought over by Venice and Genoa.
—Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 25 Apr. 2025
Cobblestone streets are lined with tumbling bougainvillea, and café tables are tucked into every nook and cranny, including on hillside steps that lead to more restaurants and shops in neoclassical buildings, Byzantine churches, and of course nightclubs, because everything in Athens is a dichotomy.
—Rebecca Deurlein, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
Curiously enough, its Byzantine domes are replicated in mosques across Istanbul on both ends of the Bosporus, all looking sort of similar.
—Danuta Hamlin, FOXNews.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Ever since Byzantine emperor Justinian commissioned the construction of Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia in the 6th century AD, churches have also functioned as cultural landmarks and tourist attractions.
—Joe Yogerst, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
In the areas of culture, literature and heritage, the visit will also go some way to underscoring the links between the two countries over books and writing, and the moves to preserve Ancient Roman and Byzantine architecture and heritage crafts.
—Simon Perry, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
The Louvre’s debut fashion exhibit spotlights precious objects from the Byzantine era to the Second French Empire, tracing their influence on designer clothing.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 10 Mar. 2025
Petra’s location linking East and West—which swiftly enriched the city and, by extension, the entire Nabataean Kingdom—is reflected in its distinctive rock-cut architecture, which infuses Nabataean architecture with Hellenistic and Byzantine features.
—Hannah Edgar, ARTnews.com, 25 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for byzantine
Adjective
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The Princess of Wales is coming off a very complicated year.—
Blanche Marcel,
Glamour,
28 Apr. 2025
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Admittedly, the show started to lose some momentum in later seasons as subplots and shifting relationships became more complicated.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
27 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Dutch florists provided tens of thousands of flowers in an intricate, colorful layout − a tradition in its 39th year.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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Across extremely varied and challenging environments, the intricate stories of penguin species—such as rockhoppers, gentoos, macaronis and Magellanic—are unveiled.—
Laura Manske,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Left unmanaged, these issues can disrupt family dynamics, derail careers, deplete wealth and complicate legacy planning.—
John Samuels,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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Shifting trade policies, geopolitical risks, supply shortages and evolving regulatory landscapes all complicate decision-making.—
Sarah Jones,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Those who recognize and act on this shift early will be better equipped to navigate an increasingly complex and dynamic threat landscape—safeguarding users, data, and operations in the process. Follow me on LinkedIn.—
Tony Bradley,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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The oldest rail tunnel in the world, a London Tube section dating from 1863, was completely renovated — including the complex task of changing the old-fashion ballasted track to modern direct rail fixation — using this repair-in-place approach.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The cooler tones within this taupe shade are sophisticated and elegant when paired with veiny marble details.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2025
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The sophisticated bouquet features a monochrome rose and carnation mix that any mom would be thrilled to receive.—
Sarah Madaus,
Architectural Digest,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Byzantine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/byzantine. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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