complexity
noun
com·plex·i·ty
kəm-ˈplek-sə-tē 
käm-
plural complexities
1
: something complex
the complexities of the murder trial
2
: the quality or state of being complex
the complexity of the contract
Synonyms
Examples of complexity in a Sentence
He was impressed by the complexity of the music.
The diagram illustrates the complexity of the cell's structure.
He doesn't grasp the complexity of the situation.
Recent Examples on the Web
The complexity of the issue was voiced by Aimee Douglas, 34, who works in tech sales and lives in Midtown Manhattan with her husband.
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Nate Schweber, New York Times, 6 June 2024
Following her discussion, a diverse panel of experts examines the high costs of constructing low and moderate-income housing and the complexities of relocating people to shelters amidst community opposition, offering a comprehensive view of the state’s critical homelessness challenge.
—David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 June 2024
That includes reducing the complexity of plastic packaging, limiting the type of materials in packaging and improving recycling collection systems.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 5 June 2024
With emotional courage and relentless determination, Scorpio uncovers all that is hidden beneath the surface while teaching us how to embrace the complexities of our spiritual journey.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 31 May 2024
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Nate Schweber, New York Times, 6 June 2024
Following her discussion, a diverse panel of experts examines the high costs of constructing low and moderate-income housing and the complexities of relocating people to shelters amidst community opposition, offering a comprehensive view of the state’s critical homelessness challenge.
—David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 June 2024
That includes reducing the complexity of plastic packaging, limiting the type of materials in packaging and improving recycling collection systems.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 5 June 2024
With emotional courage and relentless determination, Scorpio uncovers all that is hidden beneath the surface while teaching us how to embrace the complexities of our spiritual journey.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 31 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for complexity
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“Complexity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/complexity. Accessed 13 Jun. 2024.
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complexity
noun
com·plex·i·ty
kəm-ˈplek-sət-ē
käm-
plural complexities
1
: something complex
the complexities of the English language
2
: the quality or state of being complex
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