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 ]