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What is another word for Simplistic? – 286 Simplistic Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    oversimplified naive uncomplicated straightforward basic simple crude primitive rudimentary elementary unrefined coarse crude shallow superficial shoddy amateurish unskilled unpolished rough shabby shoddy careless thoughtless frivolous flip glib facile shallow shallow-minded foolish silly absurd ridiculous shabby unsophisticated shoddy simplistic puerile childish infantile immature green inexperienced unschooled untaught untrained uneducated ignorant uninformed unaware unmindful oblivious blind insensible insensitive unresponsive unperceptive imperceptive unobservant unnoticing neglectful remiss lax slack inattentive inconsiderate thoughtless unthinking irrational unreasonable illogical unjustified unmerited unwarranted uncalled-for inexcusable.

    Meaning of Simplistic

    According to Oxford Dictionary, "simplistic" refers to something that is overly simple or naive, often to the point of being misleading or inaccurate.

    Definitions

    • Merriam-Webster defines "simplistic" as lacking in subtlety or sophistication, or giving a misleadingly simple explanation of something complex.
    • Cambridge Dictionary describes "simplistic" as too simple or basic, often in a way that is misleading or wrong.

    Example Uses

    • The professor criticized the student's simplistic approach to the complex problem, arguing that it overlooked several key factors.
    • The company's simplistic marketing strategy failed to account for the diverse needs and preferences of their target audience.
    • The politician's simplistic solution to the economic crisis was widely criticized by experts as being unrealistic and ineffective.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    complex complicated nuanced sophisticated detailed intricate convoluted elaborate multifaceted multidimensional layered rich dense profound insightful perceptive astute discerning clever ingenious creative innovative clever resourceful skilled adept proficient expert erudite learned knowledgeable informed aware mindful perceptive sensitive responsive thoughtful considerate rational reasonable logical justified merited warranted called-for excusable sound valid well-founded well-reasoned.

    Related Nouns

    analysis approach concept idea notion theory model framework paradigm perspective viewpoint outlook mindset attitude stance position policy strategy plan scheme design blueprint architecture structure system methodology procedure process technique method means way manner style mode fashion trend vogue custom practice habit tradition convention norm standard criterion benchmark gauge measure yardstick scale index.

    Related Verbs

    analyze approach conceptualize ideate theorize model frame paradigm perspective viewpoint outlooking mind attitudinize position strategize plan scheme design architect structure systematize methodize process technique means way manner style mode fashion trend vogue custom practice habit traditionalize conventionalize normalize standardize criterionize benchmark gauge measure yardstick scale index.

    Related Adjectives

    analytical conceptual theoretical methodological procedural technical systematic structural architectural strategic planned schematic designed blueprinted architectural systematic methodical procedural process-oriented technical specialized skilled adept proficient expert erudite learned knowledgeable informed aware mindful perceptive sensitive responsive thoughtful considerate rational reasonable logical justified merited warranted called-for excusable sound valid well-founded well-reasoned nuanced sophisticated detailed intricate convoluted elaborate multifaceted multidimensional layered rich dense profound.