Reductionist (adjective)

1. Relating to or characterized by reductionism, which is the philosophical belief that complex phenomena can be reduced to simpler components.
2. Relating to or characterized by an approach that reduces complex ideas or systems to smaller or more basic parts.
3. Simplifying complex ideas or systems in a way that reduces their accuracy or effectiveness.

Origin:

Late 19th century; reduction + -ist.

Examples:

1. The reductionist approach to science often oversimplifies complex processes.
2. Her reductionist explanation of the political situation was criticized as inaccurate.
3. Critics argue that reductionist thinking leads to a narrow-minded view of the world.
4. The reductionist theories of psychology have been largely discredited.
5. The reductionist methods used in the study of economics have been criticized for their oversimplification of complex systems.