complexity
complexity
the state of being complicated
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complexity with Russian translation
complexity usage examples
Она объяснила сложность этой проблемы.
She explained the complexity of the issue.
У этой проблемы удивительная сложность.
The problem has surprising complexity.
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complexity belongs to the topic "Top 5000, IT Interview". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
complexity synonyms
What's the difference between complexity / difficulty / complication / sophistication / density
сложность — the state of being complicated
She explained the complexity of the issue.
Она объяснила сложность этой проблемы.
the same headword meaning: the state of being complicated
The complexity of the system makes it hard to use.
Сложность этой системы делает её трудной в использовании.
focuses on how hard something is to do or understand, not just on being complicated
She had difficulty understanding the instructions.
Ей было трудно понять инструкции.
often means an added problem or factor that makes something more difficult
There was a complication during the surgery.
Во время операции возникло осложнение.
means advanced, refined complexity, often with a positive or impressive sense
The software's sophistication makes it powerful but hard to master.
Изощрённость программы делает её мощной, но сложной в освоении.
means how tightly packed something is; for text or ideas, it can suggest concentrated complexity
The density of the text made it difficult to read quickly.
Плотность текста мешала быстро его читать.
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How to pronounce complexity and what this word means
complexity translation: сложность. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce complexity
/kəmˈpleksəti/
complexity translation
сложность
complexity examples
She explained the complexity of the issue.
complexity transcription
/kəmˈpleksəti/, /kəmˈplɛksɪti/
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complexity meaning: what does it mean?
the state of being complicated
complexity pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
complexity is pronounced as /kəmˈpleksəti/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
complexity definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
She explained the complexity of the issue. Translation: Она объяснила сложность этой проблемы.
Is complexity part of IT Interview vocabulary?
Yes, complexity (сложность) can be learned in the IT Interview topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is complexity part of Professional English vocabulary?
Yes, complexity (сложность) can be learned in the Professional English topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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