complex

Meaning

Having many interrelated parts or factors; complicated.

consisting of many different and connected parts; complicated; difficult to understand

Consisting of many different and connected parts; not easy to understand or analyze.

Example Sentences

The relationship between poverty and education is complex.

The math problem was too complex for me to solve quickly.

The human brain is an incredibly complex organ.

Example Expressions

Oedipus complex

Synonyms

complicated, intricate, involved, elaborate, convoluted, sophisticated, difficult, multifaceted

Entry 1

complicated, intricate, involved, elaborate, convoluted, sophisticated

Entry 2

complicated, intricate, difficult, sophisticated

Entry 3

complicated, intricate, elaborate, sophisticated, multifaceted

Antonyms

simple, easy, straightforward, uncomplicated, basic, elementary, plain

Entry 1

simple, easy, straightforward, uncomplicated, basic, elementary

Entry 2

simple, easy, basic, straightforward

Entry 3

simple, plain, straightforward

Collocations

complex system, complex problem, highly complex, complex structure, complex issue

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complex system, complex problem, highly complex

Entry 3

complex system, complex structure, complex issue, highly complex, complex problem