multifaceted — having many different aspects, elements, or sides; complex
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having many different aspects, elements, or sides; complex
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌmʌltiˈfæsɪtɪd/
Example Sentences
- My boss is multifaceted - he's a CEO by day, a chef by night, and a stand-up comedian on weekends.
- The company adopted a multifaceted marketing strategy to reach diverse consumer groups.
- Social media addiction is a multifaceted phenomenon involving psychology, technology, and sociology.
multifaceted
ADJECTIVE[/ˌmʌltiˈfæsɪtɪd/]
having many different aspects, elements, or sides; complex
A multifaceted diamond splits sunlight into rainbows across the jeweler's workshop.
This multifaceted gem required sophisticated skills for its complicated design!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'multus' meaning 'many' combined with 'faceted,' which derives from 'facet' (a small face or surface). The word emerged in English during the 19th century to describe objects with multiple surfaces, later extended metaphorically to describe complex things with many aspects.
Breakdown
multi- (many) + facet (face/surface, from Old French 'facette') + -ed (adjective suffix) = multifaceted
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📝Examples
“My boss is multifaceted - he's a CEO by day, a chef by night, and a stand-up comedian on weekends.”
“The company adopted a multifaceted marketing strategy to reach diverse consumer groups.”
“Social media addiction is a multifaceted phenomenon involving psychology, technology, and sociology.”
“Her multifaceted talent includes singing, dancing, and the rare ability to fold a fitted sheet properly.”
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