embroiled

USAGE SUMMARY

'embroiled' is a correct and usable word in written English.
'Embroiled' can be used to indicate that someone is involved in a complicated and difficult situation that is difficult to resolve. For example: "The family was embroiled in a heated dispute over the inheritance."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

60 human-written examples

The message was that Hungary was once more embroiled in a fight for its freedom and that Orbán was the heir to the heroes of Hungary's history.

The Guardian

The company even became embroiled in a lengthy Twitter debate with the opportunistic campaigners at Peta.

The Guardian

Berlusconi has just finished serving a community service order for corporate tax fraud and remains embroiled in several other legal cases.

The Guardian

No trade union leader since the second world war had to cope with such a catalogue of disasters, nor become so embroiled in a climate of political and industrial decline, as Norman Willis, the former general secretary of the Trades Union Congress, who has died aged 81.

The Guardian

The AFL anti-doping tribunal has found all 34 former and current Essendon players embroiled in the supplements scandal not guilty.

The Guardian - Sport

During the discussions in San Sebastián there will be lots of references to the example of Northern Ireland as a light unto other nations embroiled in conflict.

The Guardian

My view as mayor of London is that it is not the function of the mayor to get deeply embroiled in this," he said on LBC radio's Ask Boris phone-in.

The Guardian

In May 1989 Rob Lowe became one of the first celebrities to become embroiled in a sex tape scandal.

The Guardian - Film

Sweden announced recently that it has torn up a decade-long arms agreement with Saudi Arabia after the two countries were embroiled in a human rights dispute.

The Guardian

It is a horror show Nadal would not want to watch again – apart, maybe, from parts of the first and second sets, where he resisted courageously, saving seven break points, from 11 of the 18 in which he was embroiled.

The Guardian - Sport

Instead, "Michael" became embroiled in a ridiculous plot where they fell in love and he was reunited with a fake version of his own son.

The Guardian - TV & Radio

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "embroiled" when you want to emphasize that someone or something is deeply involved in a complex or difficult situation. This word often carries a negative connotation.

Common error

Avoid using "embroiled" when a simpler word like "involved" would suffice. "Embroiled" suggests a level of complexity and difficulty that may not always be present.

Linguistic Context

The primary grammatical function of "embroiled" is that of a past participle or adjective, often used to describe a state of being involved in a complex or troublesome situation. Ludwig AI confirms the word is correct and usable in written English.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

100%

Less common in

Science

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Formal & Business

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "embroiled" is a grammatically sound and frequently used term, as confirmed by Ludwig AI. It typically functions as a past participle or adjective to describe a state of deep and often negative involvement in a complex situation. Predominantly found in news and media contexts, "embroiled" suggests a higher degree of entanglement and difficulty than simpler alternatives like "involved". When choosing this word, ensure that the context warrants the implication of complexity and potential struggle.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

involved in

A general term for being part of something.

entangled in

Suggests a complicated and often unwanted involvement.

enmeshed in

Indicates being deeply and tightly involved.

caught up in

Emphasizes being trapped or unintentionally involved.

drawn into

Suggests being gradually or unwillingly involved.

implicated in

Implies involvement in something negative or illegal.

mired in

Highlights being stuck or deeply involved in a problem.

mixed up in

Suggests a confused or disordered involvement.

caught in the middle of

Implies being stuck between conflicting parties or issues.

up to one's neck in

Informal expression indicating deep involvement in a problem.

FAQs

How do I use "embroiled" in a sentence?

"Embroiled" is typically used to describe someone or something that is deeply involved in a difficult or complicated situation. For example, "The company was "embroiled" in a legal battle."

What can I say instead of "embroiled"?

You can use alternatives like "involved in", "entangled in", or "caught up in" depending on the specific context.

Which is correct, "embroiled in" or "embroiled with"?

"Embroiled in" is the correct and more common usage. "Embroiled with" is less frequent and may sound awkward to native English speakers.

What's the difference between "embroiled" and "involved"?

"Embroiled" suggests a more complex, difficult, and often negative involvement than "involved". While "involved" simply means being part of something, "embroiled" implies being trapped or struggling within a situation.