oversimplifying Definition
to make something seem less complicated or difficult than it really is.
Using oversimplifying: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "oversimplifying" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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By oversimplifying the issue, he failed to address its complexities.
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The article oversimplified the problem by ignoring important factors.
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She accused him of oversimplifying the situation and not understanding its nuances.
oversimplifying Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for oversimplifying
- reduce
- streamline
- simplify
Summary: oversimplifying in Brief
The verb 'oversimplifying' [oh-ver-sim-pluh-fahy] means to make something seem less complicated or difficult than it really is. It is often used to criticize attempts to reduce complex issues to simple solutions, as in 'The article oversimplified the problem by ignoring important factors.' Synonyms include 'simplify,' 'reduce,' and 'streamline,' while informal equivalents include 'dumb down.'
