coimplicate

/kaʊ.ˌɪmplɪˈkeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to involve or connect (one thing) with another, especially in a complex or confusing way.

“The new evidence coimplicated the suspect in the crime, forcing the detectives to re-examine the case.”

2. verb

to make (something) complex or difficult to understand.

“The abstract theory coimplicated the simple concept, making it hard to grasp for the students.”

3. noun

the act of coimplicating.

“The coimplication of the two companies led to a major scandal in the industry.”

Synonyms

  • complicate
  • connect
  • entangle
  • involve

Antonyms

  • disentangle
  • separate
  • simplify