multilayered
Americanadjective
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having two or more layers.
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offering several viewpoints, solutions, degrees of complexity, etc..
the multilayered problem of urban development.
Etymology
Origin of multilayered
Example Sentences
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Tobias Picker’s “Lili Elbe,” which is having its American premiere at the Santa Fe Opera this season, is a multilayered work.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
"In order to do so Japan will build and expand multilayered networks among allies and like-minded countries, and enhance interconnectivity with like-minded countries and others in every area."
From Barron's ● Aug. 4, 2026
Chinese defense publications and procurement activity indicate a multilayered approach that combines radar, electro-optical sensors, electronic warfare, and AI-driven interception — structurally similar to the Western model but developed independently.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 29, 2026
But their fraught relationship will decidedly keep you nervous, so score one for multilayered storytelling.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 19, 2026
These she has cut and shaped and glued carefully to a backing, to form multilayered compositions that resemble cloudscapes.
From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood
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