区别辨析complexity与complication

complexity与complication这两个名词均含“复杂”之意。

complexity : 着重指极度复杂而难于辨认的关系。

  • a problem of great complexity
    极复杂的难题
  • the increasing complexity of modern telecommunication systems
    日益复杂的现代电信系统

complication : 指纷乱复杂到令人难于理解的地步。

  • Dave couldn't find his passport at the airport and then there were further complications when Fiona lost her baggage.
    戴夫在机场找不到护照了,而后事情越发麻烦,菲奥娜又把行李给丢了。
  • If any complications arise, let me know and I'll help.
    如果发生什么麻烦事,告诉我一声,我会帮忙的。