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complexity

Pronunciation: [kəmˈplɛksɪti]

Word

Context: "difficulty"

(noun) how complicated or difficult something is. If a puzzle has many pieces and different ways to solve it, we say it has a lot of complexity.

Example

This math problem has a lot of complexity, which makes it interesting to solve.

Example

I prefer simple tasks because I find too much complexity overwhelming.

Example

Why do you think this project has so much complexity?

Context: "structure"

(noun) the way different parts of something are arranged or connected. If a game has different levels and rules, its complexity helps make it more fun.

Example

The complexity of the game made it exciting for everyone involved.

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A game with no complexity can become boring very quickly.

Example

How does the complexity of this system affect its performance?

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