complicated (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈkɒmplɪkeɪtɪd/

Definition

Involving many parts, details, or ideas that make something difficult to understand, explain, or solve.

Examples

• The legal system can be very complicated for people to navigate.

• She found the plot of the movie to be too complicated and confusing.

• We need a simpler, less complicated way to manage our finances.

How to Use complicated

complicated by (prepositional phrase)

Made more difficult or complex by an additional factor. — "The rescue effort was complicated by the heavy snowfall."

Synonyms of complicated

Words with a similar meaning to complicated:

• complex
• difficult
• intricate
• convoluted

Antonyms of complicated

Words with the opposite meaning to complicated:

• simple
• easy
• straightforward

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