Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
overly-complex
Adjective
/ˈoʊvərli ˈkəmplɛks/
Definition
Excessively complicated or intricate, making it difficult to understand or handle.
Examples
- The instructions were so overly-complex that most people gave up trying to follow them.
- His overly-complex plan confused everyone and led to a breakdown in communication.
- In an effort to impress, she created an overly-complex presentation that her audience struggled to comprehend.
Meaning
The term refers to something that is more complicated than necessary, often causing confusion or frustration.
Synonyms
- Complicated
- Confusing
- Intricate
- Tangled
- Convoluted
