can of worms (24 synonym found)

Can of worms has 24 synonyms. The top synonyms for can of worms are knot, tangle, ravel, mess, snarl, mesh, meander, snafu and 16 more. Another word for can of worms is knot. Browse the full list below.

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What is a synonym for can of worms?

A common synonym for can of worms is knot. Other synonyms include tangle, ravel, mess, snarl.

How many synonyms does can of worms have?

Can of worms has 24 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.

What does can of worms mean?

(n): a complex, troublesome situation arising when a decision or action produces considerable subsequent problems; a troublesome situation; an issue whose resolution is difficult or contentious, but n

Definition of can of worms:

(n) : a complex, troublesome situation arising when a decision or action produces considerable subsequent problems; a troublesome situation; an issue whose resolution is difficult or contentious, but not necessarily complex
"if I give her a promotion which she doesn't deserve, it will open up a whole can of worms with the other employees."
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(n) : a complex, troublesome situation arising when a decision or action produces considerable subsequent problems; a troublesome situation; an issue whose resolution is difficult or contentious, but not necessarily complex
"if I give her a promotion which she doesn't deserve, it will open up a whole can of worms with the other employees."
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