Simplified: meaning, definitions and examples
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simplified
[ ˈsɪmplɪˌfaɪd ]
easy to understand
Made easier to understand, usually by reducing the complexity of something. Simplified things are straightforward and uncomplicated.
Synonyms
basic, easy, straightforward, uncomplicated.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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simplified |
Used when referring to something that has been made easier or less complex from its original form.
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easy |
Used to describe something that does not require much effort, skill, or thought.
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straightforward |
Describes something that is simple to understand or do and lacks unnecessary complications.
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uncomplicated |
Used when describing something that is free from complexity or intricacy; simple in nature.
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basic |
Refers to something that is fundamental or at the most elementary level.
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Examples of usage
- The instructions were simplified so that even a child could follow them.
- The teacher used a simplified version of the textbook for the students to better grasp the concepts.
Translations
Translations of the word "simplified" in other languages:
🇵🇹 simplificado
🇮🇳 सरल
🇩🇪 vereinfacht
🇮🇩 disederhanakan
🇺🇦 спрощений
🇵🇱 uproszczony
🇯🇵 簡略化された
🇫🇷 simplifié
🇪🇸 simplificado
🇹🇷 basitleştirilmiş
🇰🇷 단순화된
🇸🇦 مبسط
🇨🇿 zjednodušený
🇸🇰 zjednodušený
🇨🇳 简化的
🇸🇮 poenostavljen
🇮🇸 einfaldað
🇰🇿 жеңілдетілген
🇬🇪 გამარტივებული
🇦🇿 sadələşdirilmiş
🇲🇽 simplificado
Etymology
The word 'simplified' comes from the verb 'simplify', which originated from the Old French word 'simplifier', derived from the Latin word 'simplificare', composed of 'sim-' (meaning 'together') and 'placare' (meaning 'to please'). The concept of simplifying has been valued throughout history, as it allows for clearer communication and understanding.
See also: simpleton, simplicity, simplify, simplistic, simply.