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simplify

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈsɪmplɪfaɪ/

Forms: simplifying, simplified

simplify means: To make something easier to do or understand by making it less complicated.

verb

MAKE EASIERB2

To make something easier to do or understand by making it less complicated.

  • Please simplify these instructions.
  • The new form has simplified the application process.
  • How can we simplify this explanation for children?

Similar words: make simpler, streamline

Opposites: complicate

Common phrases: simplify the process, simplify something, simplify the rules

BECOME EASIERC1

To become less complicated or easier to understand.

  • The equation simplifies neatly.
  • This expression simplifies to zero.
  • The system gradually simplified as unnecessary steps disappeared.

How to use it: simplify to something (The expression simplifies to a single number.)

Similar words: become simpler

Common phrases: simplify to something, simplify automatically

Questions about simplify

What does simplify mean?

To make something easier to do or understand by making it less complicated.

What is simplify in other languages?

Türkçe: basitleştirmek · Español: simplificar · Français: simplifier · Deutsch: vereinfachen · Italiano: semplificare · 日本語: 簡単にする

How do you pronounce simplify?

It is pronounced /ˈsɪmplɪfaɪ/.

How do you use simplify in a sentence?

Please simplify these instructions. The new form has simplified the application process.

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