complicate
verb (used with object)
to make complex, intricate, involved, or difficult.
overcomplicate
-
a word derived from
complicate.
Example Sentences
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“Don’t overcomplicate it—the body knows what to do,” Chat told me.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 31, 2025
I try not to overcomplicate it too much.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2025
While most agreed a demo was not enough time to properly judge the new feature, there were worries it could overcomplicate things.
From BBC ● Sep. 21, 2023
“What I respect about Bob is that he doesn’t overcomplicate things,” Smith said.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 17, 2023
Why does my mom have to overcomplicate everything?
From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman
