simple

[ˈsɪmp(ə)l]

simple Definition

• 1. easily understood or done; presenting no difficulty
• 2. plain, basic, or uncomplicated in form, nature, or design
• 3. ordinary or common, without any special features

Using simple: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "simple" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The instructions are simple and easy to follow.

• Example

  She has a simple solution to the problem.

• Example

  The dress has a simple design.

• Example

  He lives a simple life in the countryside.

simple Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for simple

• easy
• uncomplicated
• straightforward
• basic
• plain
• ordinary
• common

Antonyms for simple

• complex
• complicated
• difficult
• elaborate
• sophisticated

Phrases with simple

• keep it simple

  to avoid making something more complicated than necessary

  Example

  When it comes to cooking, I always try to keep it simple.

• simple as that

  used to emphasize that something is straightforward or uncomplicated

  Example

  If you want to lose weight, you need to eat less, simple as that.

• simple-minded

  having or showing very little intelligence or judgment; naive

  Example

  He's a simple-minded person who believes everything he hears.

Origins of simple

from Old French 'simple', from Latin 'similis' meaning 'like'

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Summary: simple in Brief

The term 'simple' [ˈsɪmp(ə)l] refers to something that is easily understood or done, plain or uncomplicated in form, nature, or design, and ordinary or common. It can be used to describe solutions, designs, lifestyles, and instructions, as in 'She has a simple solution to the problem.' 'Simple' also extends into phrases like 'keep it simple,' which means to avoid making something more complicated than necessary.