noun

complexity

complexity

The complexity of the problem is high.

The complexity of the problem is high.

He was impressed by the complexity of the design.

He was impressed by the complexity of the design.

the complexity of ((sth.)) the state of being intricate or complicated The complexity of the issue is often underestimated.

Synonyms: intricacy, complication; Antonyms: simplicity, clarity

From Latin 'complexus', meaning 'woven together', from 'com-' (with) + 'plectere' (to weave). It signifies many parts woven together.

Think of a 'complex' puzzle. The state of being complex is its 'complexity'.

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