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complication

 

[ˌkɒmplɪˈkeɪʃən ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Noun

medical

A complication is an additional problem or illness that makes a disease or medical condition more difficult to treat.

Synonyms

issue, obstacle, problem.

Examples of usage

  • Her pneumonia gave rise to a complication of severe bronchitis.
  • The surgery went well, but there were complications during the recovery period.
  • Complications from diabetes can include kidney damage and nerve damage.
Context #2 | Noun

general

A complication can also refer to a complex or involved situation that makes something more difficult or confusing.

Synonyms

complexity, confusion, difficulty.

Examples of usage

  • The political situation became even more complicated with the new legislation.
  • The plot of the movie had so many complications that it was hard to follow.
  • Dealing with all these complications at work can be overwhelming.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word comes from the Latin term 'complicare,' meaning 'to fold together,' which reflects layers of difficulty.
  • Historically, it has been used in medical contexts since the 15th century to describe issues arising from diseases.

Science

  • In medicine, complications can arise during treatments, meaning additional problems that may affect recovery.
  • Complications can turn a simple surgical procedure into a challenging ordeal, sometimes increasing recovery time.

Psychology

  • Cognitive complexity suggests that as situations become more complicated, people's stress and anxiety levels may also rise.
  • Understanding complications can help in problem-solving as it often requires deeper analysis and creativity.

Literature

  • In storytelling, complications drive the plot forward, creating tension and challenges for characters to overcome.
  • Classic literature often uses complications to expand on character development, showing how they respond to adversity.

Pop Culture

  • In movies, complex situations often lead to unexpected twists, keeping the audience engaged and guessing.
  • Many popular songs revolve around themes of complicated relationships, reflecting the emotional intricacies of love.

Translations

Translations of the word "complication" in other languages:

🇵🇹 complicação

🇮🇳 जटिलता

🇩🇪 Komplikation

🇮🇩 komplikasi

🇺🇦 ускладнення

🇵🇱 komplikacja

🇯🇵 合併症

🇫🇷 complication

🇪🇸 complicación

🇹🇷 komplikasyon

🇰🇷 합병증

🇸🇦 مضاعفة

🇨🇿 komplikace

🇸🇰 komplikácia

🇨🇳 并发症

🇸🇮 zaplet

🇮🇸 flækja

🇰🇿 асқыну

🇬🇪 გართულება

🇦🇿 qarışıqlıq

🇲🇽 complicación

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,260 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.