Adjectives of Abstract Attributes - Adjectives of Complexity

These adjectives enable us to express the level of intricacy, depth, or sophistication associated with a particular concept, system, or situation.

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complicated [adjective]

involving many different parts or elements that make something difficult to understand or deal with

Ex: The algorithm used in the program was complicated , with multiple nested functions .

complex [adjective]

not easy to understand or analyze

Ex: The artwork 's meaning was complex , open to interpretation and layered with symbolism .

arcane [adjective]

requiring specialized or secret knowledge to comprehend fully

Ex: The arcane rules of the ritual were passed down through generations .

sophisticated [adjective]

(of a system, device, or technique) intricately developed to a high level of complexity

Ex: The security system in the building is highly sophisticated , with biometric scanners and encrypted access codes .

elaborate [adjective]

carefully developed or executed with great attention to detail

Ex: The scientist 's theory was supported by an elaborate experiment , meticulously designed to test every variable .

intricate [adjective]

having many complex parts or details that make it difficult to understand or work with

Ex: The puzzle was so intricate that it took hours to complete .

convoluted [adjective]

(of sentences, explanations, arguments, etc.) long and difficult to understand, often due to complexity or excessive detail

Ex: The writer 's convoluted sentences made the book challenging to read .

detailed [adjective]

including many specific elements or pieces of information

Ex: Her instructions for assembling the furniture were very detailed , with step-by-step illustrations .

combined [adjective]

formed or created by joining two or more elements or parts together

Ex: Their combined income allowed them to afford their dream home .

compound [adjective]

formed by the combination of two or more separate elements or parts

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byzantine [adjective]

so detailed and complex that understanding becomes difficult

Ex: The Byzantine plot of the novel was difficult to follow , with numerous twists and turns .

tortuous [adjective]

extremely long and complicated and sometimes tricky to understand

Ex: The meeting was filled with tortuous discussions that delayed the final decision .

knotty [adjective]

full of complications or difficulties

Ex: The legal case became increasingly knotty as new evidence and conflicting testimonies emerged .

bitty [adjective]

containing many small or fragmented pieces or parts that don’t fit together well

Ex: The conversation became bitty , jumping from topic to topic without a clear focus .

nuanced [adjective]

showing subtle differences or complexities, often in a way that requires careful consideration

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Adjectives of Abstract Attributes
Adjectives of Difficulty and Ambiguity	Adjectives of Complexity	Adjectives of Simplicity	Adjectives of Rationality
Adjectives of Irrationality	Adjectives of Reality	Adjectives of Originality	Adjectives of Correctness
Adjectives of Regularity	Adjectives of Irregularity	Adjectives of Uniqueness	Adjectives of Commonness
Adjectives of Specificity	Adjectives of Likeliness	Adjectives of Certainty