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simplicity

 

[ sษชmหˆplษชsษชti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

quality

The quality or condition of being simple, easy, or uncomplicated.

Synonyms

clarity, ease, plainness, sincerity

Examples of usage

  • I appreciate the simplicity of this design.
  • The beauty of this artwork lies in its simplicity.
  • She prefers the simplicity of rural life over the chaos of the city.
Context #2 | Noun

lack of complexity

The state or quality of being simple or uncombined.

Synonyms

plainness, purity, sincerity, uncomplicatedness

Examples of usage

  • The elegance of the solution lies in its simplicity.
  • The simplicity of the recipe makes it perfect for beginners.
Context #3 | Noun

simplicity in behavior

The quality or state of being simple in character or behavior; lack of pretension or affectation.

Synonyms

honesty, modesty, naturalness, sincerity

Examples of usage

  • His honesty and simplicity endeared him to everyone.
  • She radiates simplicity and authenticity in her interactions.

Translations

Translations of the word "simplicity" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น simplicidade

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฐเคฒเคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Einfachheit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kesederhanaan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะพัั‚ะพั‚ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ prostota

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ˜็ด”ใ•

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท simplicitรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ simplicidad

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sadelik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‹จ์ˆœํ•จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุณูŠุทุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jednoduchost

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ jednoduchosลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฎ€ๅ•ๆ€ง

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ enostavnost

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ einfaldleiki

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐั€ะฐะฟะฐะนั‹ะผะดั‹ะปั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ แƒขแƒ˜แƒ•แƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sadษ™lik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ simplicidad

Etymology

The word 'simplicity' originated from the Latin word 'simplicitas', which means 'plainness, straightforwardness'. It has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the quality or condition of being simple, easy, or uncomplicated. Throughout history, simplicity has been valued in various aspects of life, from design and art to behavior and lifestyle. Embracing simplicity can lead to clarity, elegance, and authenticity in a world often filled with complexity and distractions.

See also: simpleton, simplified, simplify, simplistic, simply.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,731, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.