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".
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