English · Adjectives
complicated
/ˈkɒm.plɪ.keɪ.tɪd/
[/ˈkɒm.plɪ.keɪ.tɪd/]
tangled, involved
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Difficult to understand or deal with because of many parts.
Example
Their relationship was complicated, full of misunderstandings that took years to resolve.
Their relationship was complicated, full of misunderstandings that took years to resolve.
Etymology
From Latin 'complicare' (to fold together).
How & Where It’s Used
Often describes confusing situations or relationships.