Dictionary entryCEFR B2verb

complicate

IPA pronunciation: /ˈkɒmplɪkeɪt/

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Russian meaning

усложнять

English definition

To make something more difficult or complex.

Example

Don't complicate the issue with unnecessary details.

Collocations

complicate matters
complicate the situation
complicate things

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