Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

overly-complicated

Adjective

/ˌoʊvərlɪ ˈkɒmplɪkeɪtɪd/

Definition

Made more difficult or complex than necessary.

Examples

The instructions were overly-complicated, making it hard for anyone to follow.
We simplified the design because the original one was overly-complicated.
In an effort to impress, he created an overly-complicated presentation that lost the audience’s attention.

Meaning

The term ‘overly-complicated’ refers to something that has more intricate details or elements than it needs, often resulting in confusion or misunderstandings.