Simplifying: meaning, definitions and examples

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simplifying

 

[ ˈsɪmplɪfaɪɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

mathematics

To make a math problem easier by reducing it to a simpler form or expression.

Synonyms

clarify, reduce, streamline.

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Word Description / Examples
simplifying

Use when making something easier to understand or perform by breaking it down or removing complexity.

  • He focused on simplifying the process for new employees.
  • Simplifying the instructions will help customers use the product better.
reduce

Use when aiming to make something smaller or less in amount, degree, or size.

  • He wants to reduce the number of errors in the report.
  • The company is looking to reduce costs this quarter.
streamline

Use when making a process more efficient and effective by eliminating unnecessary steps or simplifying the procedure.

  • Streamlining the workflow will increase productivity.
  • The new software was introduced to streamline communication between departments.
clarify

Use when aiming to make something clear or easier to understand, often by explaining or providing more details.

  • Can you clarify what you meant by that statement?
  • The teacher needs to clarify the homework assignment for the students.

Examples of usage

  • She simplified the equation by combining like terms.
  • After simplifying the fractions, the answer became clearer.

Translations

Translations of the word "simplifying" in other languages:

🇵🇹 simplificação

🇮🇳 सरलीकरण

🇩🇪 Vereinfachung

🇮🇩 penyederhanaan

🇺🇦 спрощення

🇵🇱 uproszczenie

🇯🇵 簡略化 (かんりゃくか)

🇫🇷 simplification

🇪🇸 simplificación

🇹🇷 basitleştirme

🇰🇷 단순화 (dansunhwa)

🇸🇦 تبسيط

🇨🇿 zjednodušení

🇸🇰 zjednodušenie

🇨🇳 简化 (jiǎnhuà)

🇸🇮 poenostavitev

🇮🇸 ein­földun

🇰🇿 қарапайымдау

🇬🇪 გაშიფვრა

🇦🇿 sadələşdirmə

🇲🇽 simplificación

Etymology

The word 'simplify' originated from the Latin word 'simplificare', which means 'to make simple'. The concept of simplifying can be traced back to ancient mathematicians who sought to find the most straightforward solutions to complex problems. Over time, the term has been widely used in various fields, including mathematics, science, and everyday language.

See also: oversimplified, oversimplify, oversimplifying, simplifiable, simplification.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,373, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.