Meaning of the word "gordian knot" in English
What does "gordian knot" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
gordian knot
US /ˌɡɔːr.di.ən ˈnɑːt/
UK /ˌɡɔː.di.ən ˈnɒt/
Idiom
a complex or intractable problem; a difficulty that can only be resolved by a bold stroke
Example:
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The company's financial crisis was a true Gordian knot that required drastic measures to untangle.
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Solving the problem of global warming feels like trying to untie a Gordian knot.
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