Facile

/ˈfæs.əl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Easily achieved; effortless.

Her facile mastery of multiple languages impressed everyone at the conference.

Superficial or insincere, often used to describe a response or argument that lacks depth.

The politician's facile explanation did not address the underlying issues raised by the community.

Performing with ease and skill.

The pianist's facile fingers danced over the keys, captivating the audience.

From Latin 'facilis', meaning 'easy', derived from 'facere' which means 'to do'.

facile victory

A victory that comes easily, without much struggle.

facile expression

An expression that appears superficial or lacking in depth.

facile solution

A solution that is overly simplistic or does not address the underlying issues.

facility

Ease of doing or obtaining something.

facilitate

To make an action or process easier.

facilitator

A person or thing that makes a process easier.

Too simplistic or superficial.

That explanation was a bit too facile for my liking.

Done with little thought or care.

He gave a facile response to the serious question.