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simplify

US /ˈsɪmpləˌfaɪ/

verb Target · B2 Kinh doanh chung

Definition

make simpler or easier or reduce in complexity or extent

Tested in TOEIC business and workplace contexts.

Examples

We hope the new form will simplify the application process for customers.

Word Family

NounNoun
simplification
VerbVerb
simplify gốc
AdjectiveAdj
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AdverbAdv
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Synonyms

  • streamlinecontour economically or efficiently
  • clarifymake clear and (more) comprehensible

Collocations

  • Easy simplify the rules
    to simplify the rules, meaning to make simpler or easier or reduce in complexity or extent
  • Medium simplify the application process
    to simplify the application process, meaning to make simpler or easier or reduce in complexity or extent
  • Hard over-simplify a complex economic issue
    a collocation phrase: over-simplify a complex economic issue
  • Very Hard simplify procedural red tape
    to simplify procedural red tape, meaning to make simpler or easier or reduce in complexity or extent

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