as in naive
lacking in sophistication
a simplistic belief in claims of the product's effectiveness simplistic thinking
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Recent Examples of simplistic
The group's critics scoffed at his simplistic vision, but others became enamored with it.
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Janelle Ash, Fox News, 20 Jan. 2025
No doubt Wilcox learned a great deal from Penrose, and loosened up, but Penrose learned so much more about the simplistic nature of progressive thought on the typical college campus.
—John Tamny, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025
If that sounds both too simplistic and still inexplicable, much more goes into creating the rare state of mind that somehow is both uncluttered and brimming with peak intensity — and often able to execute the unfathomable.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 16 Jan. 2025
Unfortunately, many of the initial reactions were either bombastic or simplistic.
—U T Editorial Board, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Jan. 2025
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Janelle Ash, Fox News, 20 Jan. 2025
No doubt Wilcox learned a great deal from Penrose, and loosened up, but Penrose learned so much more about the simplistic nature of progressive thought on the typical college campus.
—John Tamny, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025
If that sounds both too simplistic and still inexplicable, much more goes into creating the rare state of mind that somehow is both uncluttered and brimming with peak intensity — and often able to execute the unfathomable.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 16 Jan. 2025
Unfortunately, many of the initial reactions were either bombastic or simplistic.
—U T Editorial Board, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for simplistic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for simplistic
Adjective
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Although this Cinderella is thankfully not a naive maiden, her storyline occasionally gets muddled by one too many loose threads.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
25 Jan. 2025
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The clip sparked strong reactions from viewers, some accusing Luke of cheating or Liv of being naive.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
16 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Read: The constitutional crisis is here But if the agency is restored—next week, next month, or years from now—restarting its work won’t be as simple as turning the flow of cash back on.—
Hana Kiros,
The Atlantic,
5 Feb. 2025
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For a more subtle look, weave the lights around strands of greenery to create a stunning, and simple, centerpiece.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Objects are often askew and out of frame, and everyday sounds like a toilet flush or blinds being pulled assume a low, staticky growl, as though frights fueled by childish imagination.—
Gayle Sequeira,
Vulture,
20 Jan. 2025
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Speaking of childish fun, coloring is one thing, but sometimes parents have to set screen time rules and stick by them.—
Jennifer Jolly,
USA TODAY,
3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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But Betancourt’s classmates found his take prudish and unsophisticated.—
Jake Nevins,
New York Times,
16 Jan. 2025
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The accelerating expansion of China’s nuclear arsenal suggests that its leaders have recently decided that its historically small and unsophisticated capabilities were insufficient for Beijing’s needs and ambitions.—
Abraham M. Denmark,
Foreign Affairs,
19 Nov. 2021
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“Simplistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/simplistic. Accessed 8 Feb. 2025.
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