intricate questions

[ɪnˈtrɪkət ˈkwɛʃtʃənz]
noun phrase
questões intricadas
1. complex, complicated, or difficult questions that involve many interconnected parts or considerations
The panel addressed intricate questions about climate change and its economic implications.
O painel abordou questões intricadas sobre mudanças climáticas e suas implicações econômicas.
2. questions requiring careful analysis due to their complicated nature or multiple layers of meaning
These intricate questions require deep philosophical thought.
Essas questões intricadas exigem reflexão filosófica profunda.
In both Brazilian and American academic and professional contexts, 'intricate questions' is used to describe subjects worthy of serious discussion and debate. In Brazil, the phrase appears frequently in university discussions, legal debates, and philosophical discourse. In the US, it's commonly used in policy discussions, scientific forums, and intellectual discourse.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
complex questionscomplicated questionsconvoluted questionsintricate inquiriesthorny questions
Antonyms / Antônimos
simple questionsstraightforward questionseasy questionsuncomplicated questions

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
questões intricadas
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
questões complicadas
More colloquial alternative commonly used
São Paulo
questões complexas
Formal/academic preference
Portugal
questões intrincadas
European Portuguese variant with same meaning

Related Words

complexintricatedifficultcomplicatednuancedmultifacetedlayered

Related Idioms & Phrases

raise intricate questions
grapple with intricate questions
tackle intricate questions
pose intricate questions
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