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complex

noun B2 Neutral

Meaning

A complex is a group of interconnected parts or elements that form a whole, often making it difficult to understand or analyze.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "complex" (noun) with "complex" (adjective), which describes something that is complicated.

Example Sentences

Is the new office complex easy to find ?
The new sports complex has many facilities for everyone .
The new sports complex includes a swimming pool and gym .
The research complex houses several laboratories for scientific experiments .

Word in Context

He moved into a new apartment complex last month and is still learning the layout . The building has several blocks , a small garden and a shared laundry room , so it feels like a close community . At first he found the rules and the payment system complex , but his neighbors helped him understand how everything works . Every morning he walks through the garden to get coffee and often greets the same people . After a few weeks he already feels comfortable and knows who to ask when something needs repair .

Common Phrases

complex system complex problem complex relationship

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