complication — a circumstance that complicates something; a difficulty
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a circumstance that complicates something; a difficulty
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌkɑːmplɪˈkeɪʃn/
Example Sentences
- Adding a pet turtle to the office was supposed to boost morale, but it only created complications when it escaped during the board meeting.
- The project faced several complications due to budget constraints and technical issues.
- Dating your roommate's sibling seemed like a good idea until complications arose during family dinners.
complication
NOUN[/ˌkɑːmplɪˈkeɪʃn/]
a circumstance that complicates something; a difficulty
A small leak turned into a major complication that flooded the entire basement.
The complicated assembly process became even harder when a missing part caused an unexpected complication.
The sophisticated machine developed an unexpected complication, so the technician stayed concentrated while repairing it.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
This word originates from Latin, derived from the root meaning 'to fold together'. It evolved from the literal sense of folding something multiple times to create complexity, extending metaphorically to describe situations or circumstances that become intricate and difficult to resolve.
Breakdown
com- (together) + plic- (to fold) + -ation (state or condition of). The morphological structure reflects the core Latin concept of folding elements together, resulting in something complex or entangled.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Adding a pet turtle to the office was supposed to boost morale, but it only created complications when it escaped during the board meeting.”
“The project faced several complications due to budget constraints and technical issues.”
“Dating your roommate's sibling seemed like a good idea until complications arose during family dinners.”
“The doctor explained that while the surgery was successful, minor complications might occur during recovery.”
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