CEFR C1

simplistic

adjective

Meaning

Treating a complex issue as if it were much simpler than it really is, often to the point of being unrealistic or misleading.

Examples

His simplistic view of the conflict ignored the historical grievances of both sides.
The marketing campaign relied on a simplistic message that failed to resonate with discerning consumers.

Synonyms: oversimplified, naive, crude, reductive

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simplistic (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /sɪmˈplɪstɪk/

Definition

Treating a complex issue as if it were much simpler than it really is, often to the point of being unrealistic or misleading.

Examples

His simplistic view of the conflict ignored the historical grievances of both sides.
The marketing campaign relied on a simplistic message that failed to resonate with discerning consumers.
We need to move beyond simplistic solutions and address the root causes of the problem.

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