simplism

sim·plism

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Definitions of simplism word

noun simplism exaggerated simplicity, as in concentrating on a single aspect or factor of a problem or situation while disregarding others; oversimplification: The senator is given to simplism in dealing with international issues. 1
noun simplism an act or instance of oversimplifying: to offer simplisms instead of analyses. 1

before 1880

One of the 23% newest English words

First recorded in 1880-85; simple + -ism

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 70% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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