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
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.
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Kevin Meyer, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
At its core, Maybe Happy Ending is a story about the longing for connection and the complexities of being human (and Helperbot, and Vegetable) — universal themes that transcend all backgrounds.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 24 July 2025
The screenplay, written by John Logan, aims to trace Jackson’s iconic journey while also confronting the complexities that surrounded his life.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 24 July 2025
The movie explores themes of modern dating, commitment and the complexities of relationships in the Gen Z era.
—Dina Kaur, AZCentral.com, 24 July 2025
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 29 Jul. 2025.
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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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