multifaceted

[ muhl-tee-fas-i-tid, muhl-tahy- ]

/ ˌmʌl tiˈfæs ɪ tɪd, ˌmʌl taɪ- /

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adjective

having many facets, as a gem.

having many aspects or phases: a multifaceted problem.

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Origin of multifaceted

1865–70; multi- + faceted

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How to use multifaceted in a sentence

A multi-faceted approach to ensuring students reach the critical milestone of grade level reading by fourth grade.
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Granted, this is a delicate task, calling for a thoughtful, multi-faceted approach.
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Lobbying is a multi-faceted activity, which takes place both publicly and privately.
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Sight through her multi-faceted eyes was very nearly impossible with the little time he could give to learning their texture.
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The bulbous control-rooms at the ends looked like a gigantic insect's multi-faceted eyes.
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To begin to tell the details of so multi-faceted a gem were artistically impossible.
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From its multi-faceted sides a million sparks of rainbow fire quivered and danced through the room.
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British Dictionary definitions for multifaceted

multifaceted

/ (ˌmʌltɪˈfæsɪtɪd) /

adjective

(of a gem) having many facets

having many aspects, abilities, etc

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