simplicity

noun

sim·​plic·​i·​ty sim-ˈpli-sə-tē 

-ˈpli-stē

plural simplicities

1

: the state of being simple, uncomplicated, or uncompounded

2

a

: lack of subtlety or penetration : innocence, naiveté

b

: folly, silliness

3

: freedom from pretense or guile : candor

4

a

: directness of expression : clarity

b

: restraint in ornamentation : austerity

Synonyms

• plainness
• unity
• uniformity

Examples of simplicity in a Sentence

People like the simplicity of the instructions.

the simplicity of the music

Recent Examples on the Web

Having bet on tradition at the macro level, Philippe believes that the more simplicity is required at the micro level. —Paul Caputo, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025

As for accessories, both mom and daughter opted for simplicity. —Alessandro Cariani, Glamour, 21 Aug. 2025

That simplicity is a big draw for parents who want convenience without questionable ingredients. —Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Aug. 2025

The anachronistic simplicity of the Galaxy Express — a spaceship deliberately and nostalgically modeled after a steam train — says plenty. —Kambole Campbell, IndieWire, 21 Aug. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English simplicite, from Anglo-French simplicité, from Latin simplicitat-, simplicitas, from simplic-, simplex

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing simplicity

• for simplicity's sake
• for the sake of simplicity
• simplicity itself

Rhymes for simplicity

• basicity
• chronicity
• complicity
• cyclicity
• duplicity
• ethnicity
• facticity
• felicity
• helicity
• plasticity
• publicity
• rusticity

Kids Definition

simplicity

noun

sim·​plic·​i·​ty sim-ˈplis-ət-ē 

plural simplicities

1

: the quality or state of being simple

2

: honesty, straightforwardness

3

a

: clearness of expression

b

: the quality or state of being plain

4

: folly sense 1, silliness