Learn English – Looking for a word that describes something that is complex and overwhelming yet elegant

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I am looking for a word that describes something that is both complex (in the sense that it may overwhelm at first sight) and elegant at the same time.

The first word I could think of was "monstrosity" but I feel that carries too much of a negative connotation.

Specifically, this relates to describing my reaction to a vehicle.

I have attached the picture below to give an example.

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Best Answer

I have a few single word suggestions:

Ornate

adjective

Elaborately or highly decorated.

Sophisticated

adjective

(of a machine, system, or technique) developed to a high degree of complexity.

Majestic

adjective

Having or showing impressive beauty or scale.

Intricate

adjective

Very complicated or detailed.

All of these words usually have a positive connotation of elegance and also of overwhelming complexity.

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