英语

simplicity

gb/sɪmplˈɪsɪti/ us/sɪmplˈɪsɪti/
B1 英语
~ 3200
义项
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名词 B1 property
1

Ease of understanding or doing

When something is easy to understand or do.

用法模式: the simplicity of [something]
常见错误:
Learners sometimes confuse 'simplicity' with 'simple', using 'simple' where the noun form is needed.
近义词
clarity (Focuses more on being clear rather than easy.) | plainness (Emphasizes lack of complexity, sometimes with a negative tone.)
反义词
complexity (Opposite in meaning; refers to being complicated or difficult to understand.)
搭配
simplicity of design |simplicity of use |beauty in simplicity |simplicity itself
主题
daily life |communication |education |core_vocabulary
例句
  • The simplicity of the instructions made the project much easier.
  • I admire the simplicity of her writing style.
  • This app is popular for its simplicity and speed.
学习者例句
  • The game has simplicity and is fun.
  • I like the simplicity of this phone.
  • The rules have great simplicity.
名词 B2 property
2

Plainness or lack of luxury

A way of living or style that is plain and not full of extra things.

用法模式: live in simplicity
近义词
frugality (Emphasizes careful use of money rather than plainness itself.) | austerity (Implies strictness and self-denial, often stronger than simplicity.)
反义词
luxury (Refers to great comfort and expensive things, opposite of plain living.)
搭配
live in simplicity |choose simplicity |simplicity of lifestyle
主题
lifestyle |values |daily_life |core_vocabulary
例句
  • They live in simplicity, growing their own food.
  • The room's simplicity gave it a peaceful atmosphere.
  • She chose simplicity over extravagance for her wedding.
学习者例句
  • He lives in simplicity in the countryside.
  • I like the simplicity of her home.
  • They enjoy a life of simplicity.
名词 B2 property
3

Naturalness and sincerity

When someone is honest and natural, not trying to impress others.

近义词
genuineness (Focuses on truthfulness and authenticity.) | humility (Emphasizes modesty rather than naturalness.)
反义词
pretentiousness (The quality of trying to seem more important or impressive than you are.)
搭配
childlike simplicity |simplicity of character
主题
personality |values |emotions |communication |core_vocabulary
例句
  • I was touched by the simplicity of his words.
  • Her simplicity makes her easy to talk to.
  • There was a simplicity in his manner that everyone liked.
学习者例句
  • I like her simplicity and kindness.
  • His simplicity makes him friendly.
  • She talks with simplicity and honesty.
语法
词典原形
simplicity
IPA
GB/sɪmplˈɪsɪti/
US/sɪmplˈɪsɪti/
音节与重音
sim - pli - city (3 个音节)
Stress on 2nd syllable (pli)
词形变化
Noun
  • Base: simplicity
  • Plural: simplicities, simplicity
词族
Forms
simplicities noun
Core family
simple adjective A1 simply adverb A2 simplify verb B1
Related words
simplification noun B2
Negative and opposite forms
complex adjective B1 complexity noun B2
Advanced or less common
simplistic adjective C1 oversimplify verb oversimplification noun
相关表达

beauty in simplicity

1
/bjˈuti ˈɪn sɪmplˈɪsɪti/
fixed phrase

Plain things can be beautiful

The idea that simple things can be beautiful.

例句
  • Her dress showed the beauty in simplicity.
  • This design proves there is beauty in simplicity.

in all simplicity

1
/ˈɪn ˈɔl sɪmplˈɪsɪti/
fixed phrase

In a straightforward way

In a very honest and straightforward way, without trying to hide anything.

例句
  • He spoke in all simplicity about his mistakes.
  • She explained the plan in all simplicity.

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