Simple

/ˈsɪmpl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a person or thing that is simple, lacking sophistication.

He lives a life of a simple, content man.

adjective

easily understood or done; presenting no difficulty.

The instructions were simple and easy to follow.

basic or uncomplicated.

She prefers a simple design for her home.

not elaborate or complicated; straightforward.

He likes to keep his meals simple and healthy.

not fancy or decorated; plain.

The dress was simple, yet elegant.

Middle English: from Old French 'simple', from Latin 'simplex', from 'sim-' (one) + 'plex' (fold).

keep it simple

To not complicate things; to make it easy to understand.

simple as pie

Very easy to do or understand.

simple pleasures

Basic joys that are not complicated by material desires.

simplicity

The quality or condition of being simple or easy to understand.

simplify

To make something simpler or easier to do or understand.

simplistic

Treating complex issues and problems as if they were much simpler than they really are.

Dumb or lacking intelligence.

He thought the idea was too simple to work.

Basic or low-key, not trying too hard.

That outfit is so simple, but you still look great.