simplicity

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   the quality of being simple or uncompounded

   the simplicity of a crystal

2. 2
   noun

   a lack of penetration or subtlety

   The student's simplicity was a hindrance to their performance.

3. 3
   noun

   The state or quality of being simple

   the simplicity of metals or of earths

4. 4
   noun

   An act or instance of foolishness.

   speaking of the great simplicity we commit, in leaving yong children under the government and charge of their fathers and parents.

5. 5
   noun

   lack of ornamentation

6. 6
   noun

   freedom from difficulty or hardship or effort

7. 7
   noun

   absence of affectation or pretense

Etymology

From Middle English simplicite, from Old French simplicite, from Latin simplicitās, from simplex (“simple”). See simple. Partially displaced native English onefoldness.