Simpler: meaning, definitions and examples

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simpler

 

[ หˆsษชmplษ™r ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

ease of understanding

The term 'simpler' refers to something that is easier to understand or do compared to another thing. It describes a state of being less complex, ornate, or difficult. For example, in communication, a simpler explanation can help clarify a point that might otherwise be confusing. When someone chooses a simpler method, they often aim for efficiency and effectiveness in achieving their goals.

Synonyms

easier, less complicated, more straightforward

Examples of usage

  • This recipe is simpler than the last one.
  • Can you provide a simpler explanation of the theory?
  • She chose the simpler route to avoid complications.

Translations

Translations of the word "simpler" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mais simples

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฐเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช einfacher

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lebih sederhana

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะพัั‚ั–ัˆะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ prostszy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ˆใ‚Š็ฐกๅ˜ใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท plus simple

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mรกs simple

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท daha basit

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋” ๊ฐ„๋‹จํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃุจุณุท

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jednoduลกลกรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ jednoduchลกรญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ›ด็ฎ€ๅ•

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ enostavnejลกi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ einfalda

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐั€ะฐะฟะฐะนั‹ะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ แƒขแƒ˜แƒ•แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ daha sadษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mรกs simple

Etymology

The word 'simple' can be traced back to the Latin word 'simplis', which means 'single, simple, or pure'. Its etymological roots reflect a sense of unity and straightforwardness. In Middle English, 'simple' was borrowed from the Old French 'simple', maintaining the original meaning associated with purity and lack of complexity. Over time, the use of the term evolved, leading to adjectives like 'simpler' that emphasize comparability in simplicity. Today, 'simpler' is widely used in various contexts to denote a less intricate version of something, enhancing its relatability and accessibility.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,743 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.