simplicity

sim·plic·i·ty

Use simplicity in a sentence

Carson prefers the simplicity of a wardrobe consisting of flannel shirts and jeans.

noun

Simplicity is freedom from extravagance, luxury and complexity.

An example of simplicity is sitting in a lush meadow on a summer's day.

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simplicity

noun

pl. -·ties

a simple state or quality, as of form or composition; freedom from intricacy or complexity
absence of elegance, embellishment, luxury, etc.; plainness
freedom from affectation, subtlety, etc.; artlessness
lack of sense; foolishness

Origin of simplicity

Middle English simplicite from Old French simplicité from Classical Latin simplicitas

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simplicity

noun

pl. sim·plic·i·ties

The property, condition, or quality of being simple or uncombined.
Absence of luxury or showiness; plainness.
Absence of affectation or pretense.
a. Lack of sophistication or subtlety; naiveté.
b. Lack of good sense or intelligence; foolishness.
a. Clarity of expression.
b. Austerity in embellishment.

Origin of simplicity

Middle English simplicite from Old French from Latin simplicitās from simplex simplic- simple ; see sem-¹ in Indo-European roots.

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Noun

(countable and uncountable, plural simplicities)

The quality or state of being simple, unmixed, or uncompounded; as, the simplicity of metals or of earths.
The quality or state of being not complex, or of consisting of few parts; as, the simplicity of a machine.
Artlessness of mind; freedom from cunning or duplicity; lack of acuteness and sagacity.
Freedom from artificial ornament, pretentious style, or luxury; plainness; as, simplicity of dress, of style, or of language; simplicity of diet; simplicity of life.
Freedom from subtlety or abstruseness; clearness; as, the simplicity of a doctrine; the simplicity of an explanation or a demonstration.
Freedom from complication; efficiency.
Weakness of intellect; silliness; folly.
(rare) An act or instance of foolishness.