Complexity

10 lettersnouncommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

The state or quality of being intricate, complicated, or consisting of many interconnected parts. Complexity implies a degree of difficulty in understanding or solving something due to its multifaceted nature.

“The complexity of the legal system can be overwhelming for ordinary citizens.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/kəmˈplɛk.sɪ.ti/

Syllables

com·plex·i·ty

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Synonyms

intricacycomplicationsophisticationelaborateness

Antonyms

simplicity

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Wordle

Contains X and double-C; -ITY ending is common for abstract nouns

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Scrabble

Worth 26 points; excellent value due to high-scoring X and multiple C's

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