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simple

[ˈsɪmp(ə)l]

simple Definition

  • 1easily understood or done; presenting no difficulty
  • 2plain, basic, or uncomplicated in form, nature, or design
  • 3ordinary 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

Phrases with simple

  • to avoid making something more complicated than necessary

    Example

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

  • 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.

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