complications

NOUN

difficult situation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

complexity confusion difficulty obstacle problem snag

STRONG

aggravation development dilemma drawback embarrassment entanglement factor intricacy web

Antonyms

STRONGEST

advantage calm clarity ease

WEAK

peace simplicity

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complications

Traveling across interstellar distances introduces many additional complications, including the curvature of spacetime, which the paper also simplifies out.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 2, 2026

The film hits its predictable highs and lows as the mismatched Owen and Emily get closer and romantic complications mount.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2026

Natalie has since had further surgery, including reversal of the stoma and treatment for complications including a hernia and ongoing wound problems.

From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026

Hegseth and Caine replied on multiple occasions that they would navigate any complications, said officials who attended the meetings.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026

I was in intensive care in the hospital and I think the patients were exempted, as the complications of removing us for a practice drill outweighed the benefits.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins