Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

thorny

Adjective

/ˈθɔːrni/

Definition

Having thorn-like projections or spines; difficult to deal with or requiring careful consideration.

Examples

The thorny bush blocked our path, forcing us to find another way.
We encountered a thorny issue while discussing the project, requiring extra attention.

Meaning

Thorny can refer to something that is physically prickly or has sharp points, as well as metaphorically describing complex or problematic issues that are challenging to navigate.