complexities
|com-plex-i-ties|
B2
/kəmˈplɛksɪtiz/
(complexity)
intricate state
Etymology
Etymology Information
'complexity' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'complexitas,' where 'complexus' meant 'embraced' or 'entwined.'
Historical Evolution
'complexitas' transformed into the Old French word 'complexité,' and eventually became the modern English word 'complexity.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the state of being entwined,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the state of being intricate or complicated.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or quality of being intricate or complicated.
The complexities of the legal system can be overwhelming.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45