complexity
word
Definition
The quality of being made of many connected parts, or being difficult to understand or solve because of many factors.
Usage & Nuances
Used formally and informally, especially to describe systems, problems, or situations. Often paired with 'reduce', 'increase', or 'level of'. Not the same as 'complication', which means a specific problem or difficulty.
Spanish: complejidadPortuguese (BR): complexidadePortuguese (PT): complexidadeChinese (Simplified): 复杂性Chinese (Traditional): 複雜性Hindi: जटिलताArabic: تعقيدBengali: জটিলতাRussian: сложностьJapanese: 複雑さVietnamese: sự phức tạpKorean: 복잡성Turkish: karmaşıklıkUrdu: پیچیدگیIndonesian: kompleksitas
Example Sentences
The complexity of the puzzle made it hard to solve.
basic
The new law adds more complexity to the process.
basic
She was impressed by the complexity of his ideas.
natural
Don't let the complexity scare you—just take it step by step.
natural
We discussed the complexity of climate change.
basic
Modern technology can hide a lot of complexity behind a simple interface.
natural