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- Dictionarysimplicity/sɪmˈplɪsɪti/
noun
- 1. the quality or condition of being easy to understand or do: "for the sake of simplicity, this chapter will concentrate upon one theory" Similar Opposite
- 2. the quality or condition of being plain or uncomplicated in form or design: "the grandeur and simplicity of Roman architecture" Similar Opposite
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the quality of being easy to understand or do: A flat tax has the virtue of simplicity, but I question how fair it would be. the quality of being plain, without unnecessary or extra things or decorations: What fascinated us was the simplicity and usefulness of the design.
1. : the state of being simple, uncomplicated, or uncompounded. 2. a. : lack of subtlety or penetration : innocence, naiveté. b. : folly, silliness. 3. : freedom from pretense or guile : candor. 4. a. : directness of expression : clarity. b. : restraint in ornamentation : austerity. Synonyms. plainness. unsophistication.
noun. , plural sim·plic·i·ties. the state, quality, or an instance of being simple. freedom from complexity, intricacy, or division into parts: an organism of great simplicity. absence of luxury, pretentiousness, ornament, etc.; plainness: a life of simplicity. freedom from deceit or guile; sincerity; artlessness; naturalness:
Simplicity is a noun that means "the quality of being plain." The simplicity of your prom dress made you stand out in the sea of ruffles and sequins. Simplicity describes a lack of ornamentation, like a Christmas tree that is only decorated with white lights instead of being fancied up with lots of ornaments, tinsel and multi-colored bulbs.
simplicity. (sɪmplɪsɪti ) 1. uncountable noun. The simplicity of something is the fact that it is not complicated and can be understood or done easily. The apparent simplicity of his plot is deceptive. [+ of] Because of its simplicity, this test could be carried out easily by a family doctor.
the quality of being easy to understand or do: A flat tax has the virtue of simplicity, but I question how fair it would be. the quality of being plain, without unnecessary or extra things or decorations: What fascinated us was the simplicity and usefulness of the design.
1. The property, condition, or quality of being simple or uncombined. 2. Absence of luxury or showiness; plainness. 3. Absence of affectation or pretense. 4. a. Lack of sophistication or subtlety; naiveté. b. Lack of good sense or intelligence; foolishness. 5. a. Clarity of expression. b. Austerity in embellishment.
Definition of simplicity noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
The earliest known use of the noun simplicity is in the Middle English period (1150—1500). OED's earliest evidence for simplicity is from before 1398, in a translation by John Trevisa, translator.
Simplicity definition: The property, condition, or quality of being simple or uncombined.
