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   simplicity

   /sɪmˈplɪsɪti/

   noun

   • 1. the quality or condition of being easy to understand or do: "for the sake of simplicity, this chapter will concentrate upon one theory" Similar clarityclearnessplainnesssimplenessintelligibilitycomprehensibilityunderstandabilityluciditylucidnesscoherencedirectnessstraightforwardnessaccessibilityinformal:user-friendlinessOpposite complexityintricacy
   • 2. the quality or condition of being plain or uncomplicated in form or design: "the grandeur and simplicity of Roman architecture" Similar plainnesslack/absence of adornmentlack/absence of decorationlack/absence of ornament/ornamentationlack/absence of embellishmentunpretentiousnessstarknessausterenessausteritysparenessseverityclassic linesclean lineslack/absence of clutterrestraintpurityunpretentiousnessordinarinesslack of sophisticationlack of affectationnaturalnessmodestyhomelinesswholesomenessquietnessinnocenceguilelessnessnaivetyingenuousnessOpposite ornatenessfancinesspretentiousnessaffectation
   • ▪ a thing that is plain or uncomplicated: "the simplicities of pastoral living" Similar straightforwardnesseaseeasinesssimplenesslack/absence of complicationeffortlessnessmanageabilityOpposite difficulty

   Word Origin late Middle English: from Old French simplicite or Latin simplicitas, from simplex (see simplex).

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › simplicitySimplicity Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of SIMPLICITY is the state of being simple, uncomplicated, or uncompounded. How to use simplicity in a sentence.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSIMPLICITY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   the quality of being easy to understand or do: A flat tax has the virtue of simplicity, but I question how fair it would be. the quality of being plain, without unnecessary or extra things or decorations: What fascinated us was the simplicity and usefulness of the design.

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   noun. , plural sim·plic·i·ties. the state, quality, or an instance of being simple. freedom from complexity, intricacy, or division into parts: an organism of great simplicity. absence of luxury, pretentiousness, ornament, etc.; plainness: a life of simplicity. freedom from deceit or guile; sincerity; artlessness; naturalness:

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionarySIMPLICITY | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   the quality of being easy to understand or do: A flat tax has the virtue of simplicity, but I question how fair it would be. the quality of being plain, without unnecessary or extra things or decorations: What fascinated us was the simplicity and usefulness of the design.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishSIMPLICITY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   The simplicity of something is the fact that it is not complicated and can be understood or done easily.

7. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › simplicitySimplicity - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   Definitions of simplicity. noun. the quality of being simple or uncompounded. “the simplicity of a crystal” synonyms: simpleness. see more. noun. a lack of penetration or subtlety. “they took advantage of her simplicity ” synonyms: simple mindedness, simpleness. see more. noun. absence of affectation or pretense. see more. noun.

8. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishSIMPLICITY | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   SIMPLICITY definition: 1. the quality of not being complicated and having few details or little decoration: 2. the…. Learn more.

9. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › english › simplicitysimplicity noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Definition of simplicity noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

10. www.thefreedictionary.com › simplicitySimplicity - definition of simplicity by The Free Dictionary

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    1. The property, condition, or quality of being simple or uncombined. 2. Absence of luxury or showiness; plainness. 3. Absence of affectation or pretense. 4. a. Lack of sophistication or subtlety; naiveté. b. Lack of good sense or intelligence; foolishness. 5. a. Clarity of expression. b. Austerity in embellishment.

11. en.wiktionary.org › wiki › simplicitysimplicity - Wiktionary, the free dictionary

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    Jun 2, 2024 · The quality or state of being unmixed or uncompounded. the simplicity of metals or of earths. The quality or state of being not complex, or of consisting of few parts. the simplicity of a machine. Lack of sharpness of mind; lack of ability to think using complex ideas; stupidity. Lack of artificial ornament, pretentious style, or luxury; plainness.