complexes
Pronunciation: [ˈkɒmplɛksɪz]
Context: “psychology”
(noun) a group of related ideas or feelings that affect how a person thinks or behaves. For example, if someone feels very shy, they might have a social complex that makes them nervous in groups.
Example
She worked hard to overcome her fear of speaking in public, which was a difficult complex for her.
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He does not have a complex about his height; he feels confident and happy about it.
Example
Do you think many people have complexes about their looks?
Context: “architecture”
(noun) a group of buildings or structures that are connected or used for a common purpose. Think of it like a school campus where all the buildings are together.
Example
The sports complex has a pool, gym, and several basketball courts.
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That area does not have any complexes; it’s just empty lots.
Example
How many different sports are available at the new sports complex?
Context: “chemistry”
(noun) a substance formed when two or more different things join together. For example, when a metal meets a gas to create a new material.
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The chemical complex reacted well, creating a new product.
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The two substances did not form a complex as expected; they remained separate.
Example
Can you explain how the complex is formed in this reaction?