noun
simplicity
sihm-PLIH-sih-tee
noun
1
The quality of being simple, uncomplicated, or easy to understand.
"The beauty of the design lies in its simplicity."
"She explained the process with remarkable simplicity."
2
Plainness, especially in style or appearance, without unnecessary ornamentation.
"The church was built with a stark simplicity that felt calming."
How to Use Simplicity
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBeing simple, plain, or easy — the noun form of "simple."
Common pairings
the simplicity of
elegant simplicity
for simplicity's sake
Word Forms
simplicities plural
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Etymology
From Latin simplicitas, built from simplex ("simple"), the same root behind "simple" itself.