SIMPLICITY Synonyms: 197 Similar and Opposite Words

simplicity

noun

sim-ˈpli-sə-tē

Definition of simplicity

as in plainness

the quality or state of having a form or structure of few parts or elements the machine was designed with a simplicity that should ensure ease of use by almost anyone

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as in clarity

clearness of expression the simplicity of this poem is beautiful

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as in insanity

lack of good sense or judgment the stupefying simplicity of the generals who thought that war would be over in a month

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as in naturalness

the quality or state of being simple and sincere answered the judge's questions with childlike simplicity

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Recent Examples of simplicity The poke selections are always fresh and stand out for their simplicity and execution. — Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2026 Today, the firm founded in 1985 is known for its anti-mass-market bespoke interiors, furniture, lighting and accessories defined by clean lines, refined proportions, noble materials and a philosophy of luxurious simplicity. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2026 Why Oyster Roasts Matter In The Lowcountry The simplicity of an oyster roast is part of its charm, but for London, the experience is inseparable from the Lowcountry itself. — Amber Love Bond, Southern Living, 19 Oct. 2026 In the lobby, the beams and columns join with such deliberate overelaborations as to mock the simplicity of the overall building. — Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for simplicity

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Noun

There was elegance in the white room’s plainness, and it could be embraced by everyone without drawing attention to stark lines of class.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 14 Oct. 2026
The vestiges of his fading memory flash by with a haunting plainness, the melancholy of all this Americana and the sadness of a mind ravaged by time strike the viewer plainly at the end of this maximalist piece of life-writing.

— Stephanie Wambugu, Vulture, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of plainness

Noun

And after a few key results on Saturday, there’s some clarity behind Miami in the conference standings with five weeks left in the regular season.

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 25 Oct. 2026
Additionally, the ruling provides clarity on the scope of the law, which opponents have criticized as overly vague.

— Sophie Bates, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of clarity

Noun

Beauty, grace, freshness, naturalness, youth—all qualities which women have so often been reduced to.

— Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2026
The young actors are appealing, led by Lilah Pate and Chabley Ponce; there’s a sweetness and naturalness to their cameraderie that stands out amid so much mugging and gives the film a lift.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of naturalness

Noun

The result could be another fragile coalition; an unlikely unity government between Netanyahu and Eisenkot; or a prolonged deadlock that sends Israelis back to the polls.

— Eric Cortellessa, Time, 22 Oct. 2026
That unity is especially important in an age of misinformation, or when shifting results on election night and the days afterward trigger claims of election fraud.

— Ted Johnson, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of unity

Noun

Campaign finance records show Pérez — who maintains his innocence — has contributed a total of $105,000 to Salazar’s joint fundraising and leadership political committees this year, plus an additional $7,000 to her candidate committee on May 5.

— Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2026
The accompanying clip attached to 50’s post found Don Roberts back home sitting down and thanking 50, along with his friends and family, for believing in his innocence.

— Michael Saponara, Billboard, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of innocence

Noun

While it was designed to bring nationwide uniformity and stability to college athletics, its deficiencies are manifold.

— Bruce Svare, Sportico.com, 17 Oct. 2026
In her recent guest essay for the Sun Sentinel, Erika Donalds would have readers believe that David Jolly’s education plan threatens parental choice and seeks to impose uniformity on Florida’s schools.

— Crystal Etienne, Sun Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026

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