Found 2 items, similar to imbroglio.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: imbroglio imbroglio n 1: an intricate and confusing interpersonal or political situation [syn: embroilment] 2: a very embarrassing misunderstanding
English → English (gcide) Definition: Imbroglio Imbroglio \Im*brogl"io\, n.; pl. Imbroglios. [Written also embroglio.] [It. See 1st Broil, and cf. Embroil.] 1. An intricate, complicated plot, as of a drama or work of fiction. [1913 Webster] 2. A complicated and embarrassing state of things; a serious misunderstanding or disagreement, especially one that is bitter. [1913 Webster +PJC] Wrestling to free itself from the baleful imbroglio. --Carlyle. [1913 Webster]