Associations to the word «Simplistic»

Wiktionary

SIMPLISTIC, adjective. Overly simple.
SIMPLISTIC, adjective. In a manner that simplifies a concept or issue so that its nuance and complexity are lost or important details are overlooked.
SIMPLISTIC, adjective. (obsolete) Of or relating to simples, or medicinal herbs.

Dictionary definition

SIMPLISTIC, adjective. Characterized by extreme and often misleading simplicity; "a simplistic theory of the universe"; "simplistic arguments of the ruling party".

Wise words

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