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simpler

adj.
A1 Beginner US //ˈsɪmpəɫɝ// UK //sˈɪmplɐ// sim·pler Archaic

adj. easier to understand or do. You use this when something has fewer parts or is less difficult than something else.

adj. the comparative form of simple, indicating a greater degree of ease, clarity, or lack of complexity.


SIMPLE

This new phone is much simpler to use.

CONTEXTUAL

The teacher provided a simpler explanation for the students who were struggling with the math problem.

COMPLEX

By removing redundant steps from the manufacturing process, the engineers created a simpler workflow that significantly reduced the margin for human error.

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Usage

The comparative form of the adjective 'simple'; it follows standard comparative syntax, often paired with 'than'.

Pitfall

more simplersimplerAs a two-syllable adjective ending in -le, it takes the -er suffix; using 'more' with the comparative form is a double comparative error.

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