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be complex
[bi ˈkɑːmpleks]
verb phrase
ser complexo/complicado
1.
to have many interconnected parts or elements; to be difficult to understand or deal with
The situation is complex and requires careful analysis.
A situação é complexa e requer análise cuidadosa.
2.
to be intricate or elaborate in nature
Human psychology is complex.
A psicologia humana é complexa.
NYC Slang
be a trip / be tricky
Synonyms
be complicated
be intricate
be elaborate
be involved
be convoluted
Antonyms
be simple
be straightforward
be uncomplicated
be clear
be easy
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
ser complexo/complicado
both terms commonly used interchangeably
Portugal
ser complexo
preferred in formal contexts; complicado more colloquial
São Paulo
ser complicado
slightly more common in everyday speech than complexo
Related Idioms & Phrases
a complex web of
complexity theory
complex number
complex sentence
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