complicate

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Complicate' means to make something more difficult or complex. It's like when you add extra stuff or steps into something that was simple or easy before.

Examples in Different Contexts

In environmental efforts, multiple stakeholders with different agendas can 'complicate' progress. An environmental planner might note, 'Balancing industrial and conservation interests complicates our reforestation plan.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

The test results for the new feature didn't meet our initial estimates. We need to troubleshoot the errors before the actual rollout.

Response:

Correct, resolving those errors is necessary now to not complicate the software operation in the future.

Creative

Scenario:

The character development in the story doesn't seem to be working as expected. We need a comprehensive review of the storyline.

Response:

We should consider the effect of adding more characters. It could complicate the manuscript further and confuse the readers.