complicatedness

noun

Definition of complicatednessnext
as in complexity
the state or quality of having many interrelated parts or aspects the complicatedness of the home theater system may require that it be installed by a professional

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complexity
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  • In this stunningly beautiful novel, Desai captures the complexity and nuance of living across cultures.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 12 Nov. 2026
  • These include complexities around jurisdiction limits, enforcement, and the fact that severe negative effects on human beings, other species, and natural resources can take years to be fully visible.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 12 Nov. 2026
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