simplism

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The trait of oversimplifying things by ignoring complexity and complications.
  2. An instance of a brief or reductive depiction that neglects the full nuance and complexity of a concept or issue, and that omits or overlooks important details.

Word forms

simplism simplisms

Etymology

From simple + -ism.

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