Definitions

simplify

[sim-pluh-fahy] / ˈsɪm pləˌfaɪ /

VERB

make easy, intelligible

Synonyms

STRONGEST

clarify cut down facilitate reduce shorten streamline

STRONG

abridge analyze chasten decipher disentangle disinvolve elucidate explain interpret order unscramble

WEAK

boil down break down break it down clean it up clean up clear up cut the frills draw a picture get down to basics get to the meat hit the high spots lay out let daylight in let sunlight in make clear make perfectly clear make plain put in a nutshell put one straight spell out

Antonyms

STRONGEST

grow increase

STRONG

be vague confuse mix up mystify obscure

WEAK

complicate make difficult

Example Sentences

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He and his negotiators frequently claim to be from the same state as their clients to simplify conversations—even adopting local accents at times—but some sales representatives notice the area code doesn’t match.

From The Wall Street Journal

There are two types of the R&D credit—the regular research credit and the alternative simplified credit—each with their own rules and limits.

From Barron's

Modern pharmaceutical development can be simplified into three linked tasks.

From The Wall Street Journal

Rolapp said that the points system would be simplified and that match play could be introduced at either the Tour Championship or for the entire postseason.

From The Wall Street Journal

Since Anderson became CEO, he has tried to simplify Petco’s product selection and focus more on best-selling brands.

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