Complication definition

(1) The act or process of complicating

(2) Puzzling complexity

(3) A development that complicates a situation

"The court's decision had many unforeseen ramifications"

(4) A situation or condition that is complex or confused

"Her coming was a serious complication"

(5) Any disease or disorder that occurs during the course of (or because of) another disease

"Bed sores are a common complication in cases of paralysis"