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Imbroglio vs. Embroiled — What's the Difference?

Imbroglio vs. Embroiled — What's the Difference?

Difference Between Imbroglio and Embroiled

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Imbroglio

A difficult or intricate situation; an entanglement.

Embroiled

To involve in argument, contention, or hostile actions
"Avoid ... any step that may embroil us with Great Britain" (Alexander Hamilton).

Imbroglio

A confused or complicated disagreement.

Embroiled

To throw into confusion or disorder; entangle.

Imbroglio

(Archaic) A confused heap; a tangle.
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Embroiled

Simple past tense and past participle of embroil

Imbroglio

A complicated situation; an entanglement.

Embroiled

Deeply involved especially in something complicated;
Embroiled in the conflict
Felt unwilling entangled in their affairs

Imbroglio

An intricate, complicated plot, as of a drama or work of fiction.

Imbroglio

A complicated and embarrassing state of things; a serious misunderstanding or disagreement, especially one that is bitter.
Wrestling to free itself from the baleful imbroglio.

Imbroglio

An intricate and confusing interpersonal or political situation

Imbroglio

A very embarrassing misunderstanding

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