Definitions

1. adjective

excessively complex or devious, especially in a way that is difficult to understand or deal with

“The company’s byzantine financial policies made it difficult for investors to comprehend their returns.”

2. noun

a style of architecture that originated in the Byzantine Empire, characterized by the use of domes, arches, and intricate decoration

“The church’s Byzantine design inspired many other buildings in the region.”

3. noun

a complex or intricate system or process

“The byzantine bureaucracy made it challenging for the new employee to navigate the office policies.”