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simplification

sim·pli·fy
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [sim-pluh-fahy]
    • /ˈsɪm pləˌfaɪ/
    • /sɪmplɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [sim-pluh-fahy]
    • /ˈsɪm pləˌfaɪ/

Definitions of simplification word

  • verb with object simplification to make less complex or complicated; make plainer or easier: to simplify a problem. 1
  • noun simplification reduction of sth to basic terms 1
  • countable noun simplification You can use simplification to refer to the thing that is produced when you make something simpler or when you reduce it to its basic elements. 0
  • uncountable noun simplification Simplification is the act or process of making something simpler. 0
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Origin of simplification

First appearance:

before 1645
One of the 44% oldest English words
1645-55; < French simplifier < Medieval Latin simplificāre to make simple, equivalent to Latin simpli- (combining form of simplus simple) + -ficāre -fy

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Parts of speech for Simplification

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
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Full grammatical hierarchy of Simplification

simplification popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 81% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

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Synonyms for simplification

noun simplification

  • clarification — to make (an idea, statement, etc.) clear or intelligible; to free from ambiguity.
  • metaphrase — a literal translation.
  • decoding — the act or the process of converting something from a coded form into a normal form
  • easing — freedom from labor, pain, or physical annoyance; tranquil rest; comfort: to enjoy one's ease.
  • facilitation — the act or process of facilitating.
All 8 Synonyms of simplification

Antonyms for simplification

noun simplification

  • fandangle — elaborate ornament
  • floridity — reddish; ruddy; rosy: a florid complexion.
  • froufrou — elaborate decoration, as frills, ribbons, or ruffles, especially on women's clothing.
  • gingerbread — a type of cake flavored with ginger and molasses.
  • icing on the cake — a sweet mixture, cooked or uncooked, for coating or filling cakes, cookies, and the like; icing.
All 7 Antonyms of simplification

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