complication
In general conversation, "complication" usually refers to a new problem that makes a situation harder to deal with. In medical contexts, it specifically describes a new health problem that happens during or after a treatment or another illness. When talking about how something is built or written (like a story), it describes the quality of being complex. In this sense, it is often used as an uncountable noun.
💬Casual Conversation
🎬Tuesday afternoon, Ryan is gaming in his room while Jackson texts him about a new scheme.
Jackson
My NFT flip hit a major complication. The smart contract is glitching.
Ryan
damn that's crazy. you good?
💡
Jackson uses 'complication' to describe a technical difficulty in his crypto venture, attempting to sound professional despite the failure. Ryan responds with his characteristic oblivious and low-effort phrase 'damn that's crazy', showing his complete lack of investment in Jackson's drama.
Meanings
noun
A circumstance that complicates something; a difficulty.
"The sudden rainstorm added a further complication to the outdoor wedding plans."