simplify
/'simplifai/
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Definition
- Verb:
- To make something simpler or easier to understand or do.
- To reduce the complexity or extent of something.
Usage
The verb "simplify" is used to describe the action of making a process, idea, system, or object less complicated. It often involves removing unnecessary parts or steps to improve clarity or efficiency. It is a transitive verb, requiring a direct object (the thing being made simpler).
Examples
- Verb:
- The teacher tried to simplify the complex scientific concept for her students.
- We need to simplify the application form to encourage more people to apply.
- The new software update simplifies the user interface.
Advanced Usage
"to simplify matters": To make a situation easier to deal with or understand.
- To simplify matters, let's focus on the main issue first.
"to simplify one's life": To reduce the complexity or stress in one's personal life, often by removing unnecessary commitments or possessions.
- After retiring, they moved to the countryside to simplify their lives.
Variants and Related Words
Simplification (n): The process or result of making something simpler.
- The simplification of the tax code was welcomed by many.
Simplifier (n): A person or thing that simplifies.
- This software is a great simplifier for managing your finances.
Synonyms
- Clarify: To make a statement or situation clearer and easier to understand.
- Streamline: To make a system or organization more efficient by removing unnecessary steps or parts.
Antonyms
- Complicate: To make something more difficult or complex.
- Elaborate: To add more details or complexity to something.
Related Phrases
- "Simplify down to": To reduce something to its most basic or essential parts.
- You can simplify the argument down to a few key principles.
Verb
- make simpler or easier or reduce in complexity or extent
- We had to simplify the instructions
- this move will simplify our lives