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Meaning of the word simple in English

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simple

US /ˈsɪm.pəl/
UK /ˈsɪm.pəl/
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Adjective

1.

easily understood or done; presenting no difficulty

Example:
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The instructions were very simple.
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It's a simple task, anyone can do it.
Synonym:
easystraightforwarduncomplicated
Synonym:
complexdifficultcomplicated
2.

plain or unadorned in style or design

Example:
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She prefers simple, elegant clothes.
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The room had a simple, minimalist design.
Synonym:
plainunadornedminimalist
Synonym:
ornateelaboratecomplex
3.

not elaborate or luxurious; basic

Example:
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They lived a simple life in the countryside.
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The meal was simple but delicious.
Synonym:
basicmodestunpretentious
Synonym:
luxuriousextravagantelaborate

Noun

1.

a person of humble origin or low social standing

Example:
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He was just a simple farmer.
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Despite his wealth, he remained a simple man.
Synonym:
humbleunassumingunpretentious
Synonym:
sophisticatedcomplexprivileged
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