1
as in complexness
the state or quality of having many interrelated parts or aspects
the complexity of the company's computer system is such that a full-time employee is needed to maintain it
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in difficulty
something that makes a situation more complicated or difficult
the political complexities that the secretary-general must deal with
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of complexity
His reluctance to scale up makes sense, considering the complexity of his offerings — these are not your run-of-the-mill flavors.
—
Maggie Hiufu Wong, CNN Money, 5 Aug. 2025
In fact, the more that is learned about the cell, and its unfathomable complexity, the farther in the rearview mirror any answer fades.
—Gregory J. Rummo, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2025
An international cult favorite, Lee is revered for the philosophical nerve that suffuses his rigorously inventive melodramas, which variously pick apart the complexities of Korean society.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 4 Aug. 2025
Startups entering these markets often underestimate the complexity of compliance, auditability and institutional expectations.
—Kevin Meyer, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for complexity
Maggie Hiufu Wong, CNN Money, 5 Aug. 2025
In fact, the more that is learned about the cell, and its unfathomable complexity, the farther in the rearview mirror any answer fades.
—Gregory J. Rummo, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2025
An international cult favorite, Lee is revered for the philosophical nerve that suffuses his rigorously inventive melodramas, which variously pick apart the complexities of Korean society.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 4 Aug. 2025
Startups entering these markets often underestimate the complexity of compliance, auditability and institutional expectations.
—Kevin Meyer, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for complexity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for complexity
Noun
-
Morocco's desert landscape will add to the difficulty of the training exercises.—
Emmett Prosser,
jsonline.com,
9 Aug. 2025
-
Portage now has 21 parks and has had discussions in recent years over the difficulty of maintaining them.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
The 2025 Beverage Testing Institute’s American Single Malt Whiskey judging showcased the growing depth, diversity, and sophistication of this emerging category.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
-
Russia is also demanding limits on Ukraine's weapons arsenals and the sophistication of its military technology.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
People at higher risk of complications should always talk with their doctor about what is best for them, Sifri added.—
DEVI SHASTRI,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Aug. 2025
-
Hg or higher, following growing evidence that tighter blood pressure control can help reduce the risk of serious complications.—
Matt Cannon,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
Together, Thompson and King have expanded Knoxville’s palate at Brother Wolf while crafting an atmosphere that matches the intricacy of their beverages.—
Susan Stapleton,
The Tennessean,
31 July 2025
-
That’s without getting into the intricacies of UEFA’s squad cost ratio (SCR), a measure which limits the proportion of income clubs can spent on transfer fees, wages and agent costs.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
29 July 2025
Cite this Entry
“Complexity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complexity. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share