Complex and Tortuous

Complex

Complex adjective - Complicated in structure; consisting of interconnected parts.
Usage example: a complex mass of diverse laws and customs

Tortuous is a synonym for complex in complicated topic. In some cases you can use "Tortuous" instead an adjective "Complex", when it comes to topics like involved, difficult to understand.

Tortuous

Tortuous adjective - Highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious.
Usage example: tortuous legal procedures

Complex is a synonym for tortuous in convoluted topic. You can use "Complex" instead an adjective "Tortuous".

Nearby Words: torturous, tort, tortuosity, tortuously
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