복합적
Involving many different parts or elements; complex or multifaceted. It describes situations where several factors are intertwined.
Examples
3 of 5환경 오염은 복합적인 원인에 의해 발생합니다.
Environmental pollution occurs due to complex causes.
정부는 복합적인 위기 상황에 대응하고 있습니다.
The government is responding to a complex crisis situation.
내 기분은 참 복합적이야.
My feelings are quite complex.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Bok (복) means 'double/multiple' (複).
Quick Quiz
현대 사회의 갈등은 경제적, 정치적 요인이 ( )으로 작용한 결과이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 복합적
Examples
환경 오염은 복합적인 원인에 의해 발생합니다.
academicEnvironmental pollution occurs due to complex causes.
정부는 복합적인 위기 상황에 대응하고 있습니다.
formalThe government is responding to a complex crisis situation.
내 기분은 참 복합적이야.
informalMy feelings are quite complex.
소비자 니즈가 점점 복합적으로 변하고 있습니다.
businessConsumer needs are becoming increasingly multifaceted.
이 영화는 복합적인 장르를 섞어 놓았다.
everydayThis movie mixes multifaceted genres.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
복합적인 성격
complex character
복합적으로 고려하다
to consider multifaceted aspects
복합적인 구조
complex structure
Often Confused With
복잡하다 means 'complicated' (often negative), while 복합적 means 'multifaceted' or 'combined' (neutral/structural).
Usage Notes
Highly useful in IELTS Academic Writing Task 2 for discussing causes of social or environmental issues.
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse with '복잡적' (not a common word).
Memory Tip
Bok (복) means 'double/multiple' (複).
Word Origin
Sino-Korean 複合的 (bok-hap-jeok).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
현대 사회의 갈등은 경제적, 정치적 요인이 ( )으로 작용한 결과이다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 복합적
Related Vocabulary
More general words
장점
B1A strong point, advantage, or beneficial feature of something or someone.
단점
B1A weak point, disadvantage, or flaw of something or someone.
교류
B1The act of sharing or exchanging things like ideas, information, or culture between groups or countries.
노력
B1The physical or mental energy that is exerted to achieve a purpose or result.
기준
B1A principle or standard by which something may be judged or decided.
위험
B1The possibility of something bad or unpleasant happening. It can refer to physical danger or a risky situation.
안정
B1A state of being steady and not changing or being disturbed. It can apply to emotions, economy, or physical balance.
현실적
B1Relating to or concerned with what is actually possible or likely in a given situation, rather than what is ideal or imagined.
편견
B1A preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience; bias against a group or person.
결정하다
B1To make a final choice or judgment about something after considering options.
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