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complexe — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • complex adj Made up of many interconnected parts; not simple.
  • compound noun A fenced or walled area containing a group of buildings, often used for security or living quarters.
  • confusing adj Difficult to understand because it lacks clarity or order.
  • tricky adj Difficult to handle or figure out because of hidden complications.

Senses

complexe is used for these senses in English:

  • confusing difficult to understand; not clear as lacking order, chaotic, etc.
  • tricky Hard to deal with, complicated.

complex — full definition

  1. adj Made up of many interconnected parts; not simple.
  2. noun A group of connected buildings or facilities.
  3. noun A group of related, often unconscious, emotional issues that affect someone's behavior.

compound — full definition

  1. noun A fenced or walled area containing a group of buildings, often used for security or living quarters.
  2. adjective Made up of two or more parts or elements combined.
  3. verb To combine different elements or ingredients into one substance.
  4. verb To make a problem worse by adding to it.
  5. verb (finance) To calculate interest on both the original amount and the interest already earned.

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