simplify
US /ˈsɪmpləˌfaɪ/
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 rulesto simplify the rules, meaning to make simpler or easier or reduce in complexity or extent
- Medium simplify the application processto simplify the application process, meaning to make simpler or easier or reduce in complexity or extent
- Hard over-simplify a complex economic issuea collocation phrase: over-simplify a complex economic issue
- Very Hard simplify procedural red tapeto simplify procedural red tape, meaning to make simpler or easier or reduce in complexity or extent
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