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- pronunciation:
- sIm
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part of speech: |
adjective |
inflections: |
simpler, simplest |
definition 1: |
When something is simple, it is easy to do or understand.
This homework is so simple I can do it in five minutes!The picture on the box made the puzzle look simple, but the pieces are very small.- synonyms:
- easy
- antonyms:
- abstract, complex, complicated, difficult, tricky
- similar words:
- basic, light, obvious, plain, rude, snap
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definition 2: |
When something is simple, it has only a few parts, or it has only the parts or things that it needs. A simple dress might be of just one color and have nothing added for decoration.
Sofia's mom has a simple breakfast of toast and coffee almost every day.Ian's costume for the play is simple because he is a ghost. He's just wearing a white sheet.- antonyms:
- complex, complicated, elaborate
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definition 3: |
When something is simple, it is not fancy. It is ordinary or common.
Mrs. Hill wanted to live in a simple home. She never want to live in a big, fancy mansion.- synonyms:
- everyday
- antonyms:
- fancy
- similar words:
- average
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related words: |
dumb, natural, primitive, stupid |
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