Oversimplify (verb)

  1. To simplify a complex matter or problem too much.
  2. To present something in a way that is overly simplistic and does not accurately reflect its complexity.

Origin:

Derived from the phrase "over simplify" which means "simplify excessively".

Examples:

  1. The teacher oversimplified the material, making it hard for the students to understand.
  2. The politician oversimplified the issue, making it difficult to find a solution.
  3. The author oversimplified the characters, making them feel shallow and unrealistic.
  4. The argument was oversimplified, ignoring important nuances and details.
  5. The explanation oversimplified the concept, making it harder for the audience to grasp the idea.
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