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Word

faceted

US/ˈfæsətɪd/

UK/fˈæsɛtɪd/

Definition

adj. having many different sides or parts that make up a whole. You use this to describe something complex that can be looked at in several different ways.

adj. consisting of or having several distinct aspects or facets. Often used to describe complex subjects or objects with multiple distinct surfaces.

Examples

“The diamond is a faceted gemstone.”

“The report provides a faceted analysis of the economic crisis, looking at everything from trade to employment.”

“The philosopher argued that human nature is a faceted construct, shaped by both biological instincts and the social environments we inhabit throughout our lives.”

Examples

simple

“The diamond is a faceted gemstone.”

contextual

“The report provides a faceted analysis of the economic crisis, looking at everything from trade to employment.”

complex

“The philosopher argued that human nature is a faceted construct, shaped by both biological instincts and the social environments we inhabit throughout our lives.”

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