The meaning of SIMPLISTIC is excessively simple or simplified : treating a problem or subject with false simplicity by omitting or ignoring complicating factors or details.

Add to word list simple but not effectively dealing with a real situation or problem, which is more complicated: a simplistic idea / plan (Definition of simplistic from the Cambridge Academic Content …

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SIMPLISTIC definition: characterized by extreme simplism; oversimplified. See examples of simplistic used in a sentence.

Characterized by oversimplification, as in ignoring complexities or complications: simplistic solutions that would not solve the budget crisis.

SIMPLISTIC meaning: too simple not complete or thorough enough not treating or considering all possibilities or parts

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WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2025 sim•plis•tic (sim plis′ tik), adj. characterized by extreme simplism; oversimplified: a simplistic notion of good and bad.

/ sɪmˈplɪstɪk / us Add to word list making something complicated seem simple by ignoring many of the details: a simplistic explanation (Definition of simplistic from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © …