Simplify: meaning, definitions and examples

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simplify

 

[ ˈsɪmplɪˌfaɪ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

mathematics

To make something simpler or easier to understand by reducing the number of parts or steps.

Synonyms

clarify, reduce, streamline, trim

Examples of usage

  • Simplify the equation by combining like terms.
  • Can you simplify this fraction for me?
Context #2 | Verb

general

To make something less complicated or easier to deal with.

Synonyms

dumb down, safen, uncomplicate

Examples of usage

  • I need to simplify my schedule to reduce stress.
  • She decided to simplify her wardrobe by donating clothes she no longer wore.

Translations

Translations of the word "simplify" in other languages:

🇵🇹 simplificar

🇮🇳 सरल बनाना

🇩🇪 vereinfachen

🇮🇩 menyederhanakan

🇺🇦 спрощувати

🇵🇱 upraszczać

🇯🇵 簡素化する

🇫🇷 simplifier

🇪🇸 simplificar

🇹🇷 basitleştirmek

🇰🇷 단순화하다

🇸🇦 تبسيط

🇨🇿 zjednodušit

🇸🇰 zjednodušiť

🇨🇳 简化

🇸🇮 poenostaviti

🇮🇸 einfalda

🇰🇿 қарапайымдату

🇬🇪 გაადვილება

🇦🇿 sadələşdirmək

🇲🇽 simplificar

Word origin

The word 'simplify' originated from the Latin word 'simplificare', which is a combination of 'sim' (simple) and 'facere' (to make). The concept of simplifying has been valued throughout history in various fields such as mathematics, design, and lifestyle choices.

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