complication
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for complication, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A problem or difficulty that makes a situation harder to deal with.
Synonyms
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How to use complication
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin complicatio, "a folding together," the noun form of complicare — see "complicate."
Full origin of complication →Frequently asked questions
What does “complication” mean?
The word “complication” means a problem or difficulty that makes a situation harder to deal with. In plain terms, an added difficulty or problem, or (in medicine) a knock-on health issue.
How do you pronounce “complication”?
“Complication” is pronounced kom-plih-KAY-shuhn (/ˌkɑm.pləˈkeɪ.ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “complication” in a sentence?
Here is “complication” used in a sentence: “An unexpected complication delayed the project by weeks.”
What is another word for “complication”?
Words with a similar meaning to “complication” include entanglement, intricacy, snarl and wheel within a wheel.
What part of speech is “complication”?
“Complication” is a noun.
Where does the word “complication” come from?
The word “complication” comes from Latin. From Latin complicatio, "a folding together," the noun form of complicare — see "complicate.".
Is “complication” a common word?
“Complication” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “complication” have?
“Complication” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a problem or difficulty that makes a situation harder to deal with.