Definition

A situation or condition that is difficult to understand or deal with because it has many parts or is very complex.

Example

The complicacy of the project made it hard for the team to finish on time.

Conversation

I was trying to solve that math problem, but it has so much complicacy.

I know what you mean! Some problems just don't make sense at first.

Exactly! I think the complicacy is what makes it frustrating.

Maybe we should ask the teacher for some tips to simplify it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Complicacy is formed from "com-" (meaning together) and "plicare" (meaning to fold). The word refers to the state of being folded together or intertwined, indicating complexity or intricacy.

Memory Tip

Think of things being 'folded together' ('com-' means together and 'plicare' means to fold) — that's why complicacy refers to something that is complex or intricate.

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