Complicate (Verb)

Meaning ¹

Make more complicated; "There was a new development that complicated the matter".

Classification

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Synonyms

• Perplex

Antonyms

• Simplify

Hypernyms

• Alter
• Modify

Hyponyms

• Snarl Up
• Embrangle

Related Words

• Complication (noun)

Meaning ²

Make more complex, intricate, or richer; "refine a design or pattern".

Classification

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Synonyms

• Elaborate
• Refine
• Rarify

Hypernyms

• Alter
• Modify

Related Words

• Complication (noun)