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Meaning of the word complicate in English

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complicate

US /ˈkɑːm.plə.keɪt/
UK /ˈkɒm.plɪ.keɪt/
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Verb

make (something) more difficult or confusing by causing it to be more complex.

Example:
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The new regulations will only complicate matters.
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His sudden departure might complicate our plans.
Synonym:
confuse muddle tangle embroil involve
Antonym:
simplify clarify
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complicated complication