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Definition of complexity

complexity

/kəmˈplɛksəti/
com · plex · i · ty
Adverb:complexly
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Plural:complexities
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Adjective:complex
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• noun

1

The state or quality of being intricate, multifaceted, or composed of many interconnected parts that make something difficult to understand or analyze.

Example

"The sheer complexity of the human brain continues to challenge modern neuroscientists."

2

An intricate, involved, or complicating feature, detail, or factor within a larger system or situation (usually used in the plural).

Example

"Our legal team helped us navigate the many complexities of international tax law."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 18th century from French complexité, derived from Latin complexus, the past participle of complecti ('to entwine' or 'embrace'), combining com- ('together') and plectere ('to weave' or 'braid').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Complexity. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/complexity
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