Definitions for simplify
ˈsɪm pləˌfaɪsim·pli·fy

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. simplifyverb

   make simpler or easier or reduce in complexity or extent

   "We had to simplify the instructions"; "this move will simplify our lives"

WiktionaryRate this definition:5.0 / 3 votes

1. simplifyverb

   To make simpler, either by reducing in complexity, reducing to component parts, or making easier to understand.

2. simplifyverb

   To become simpler.

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1. simplify

   To simplify generally means to reduce something to its most basic form or make it easier to understand or do. It involves removing complexities or unnecessary parts to make things clearer or more understandable. It can be applied in many different contexts such as mathematics, where it means reducing an equation or expression to its simplest form, or daily life tasks, where it means making them less complicated or easier to manage.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Simplifyverb

   to make simple; to make less complex; to make clear by giving the explanation for; to show an easier or shorter process for doing or making

2. Etymology: [Cf. F. simplifier, LL. simplificare. See Simple, and -fy.]

Editors ContributionRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. simplify

   To make simple.

   It was easier to simplify the process rather than create a new one.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on January 22, 2020  

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of simplify in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of simplify in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

Examples of simplify in a Sentence

1. Hazem Hassan:

   Climate change doesn't appear anywhere on our project descriptions, these are heavy terms. If your target is the masses, or even a diverse crowd, you need to simplify and personalise your message.

2. Orrin Hatch:

   I've long believed our criminal code is simply too large. I've proposed legislation to reduce overcriminalization, simplify our criminal code, and reinvigorate criminal intent requirements.

3. Peter Voser:

   To achieve our key financial targets, we will proceed with the divestment of ABB's Power Grids business as planned, simplify the organizational structure of the group and deliver cost savings.

4. Simon Enever:

   [ This ] will be through products beyond just the toothbrush and toothpaste, investing further in content and services that help guide and track better technique and healthy habits, and continuing to simplify and modernize the experience of accessing quality professional care services when and where you need it, it's a bigger prospect [ and ] if we get it right, it will be around, hopefully, forever.

5. Aloo Denish Obiero:

   The true marvel of technology lies not in its complexity but in its ability to simplify the complex.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=simplify
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Simplify
3. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
4. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/simplify