Definition of Oversimplification

1. Noun. An act of excessive simplification; the act of making something seem simpler than it really is.

Exact synonyms: Simplism
Generic synonyms: Simplification
Derivative terms: Oversimplify

2. Noun. A simplification that goes too far (to the point of misrepresentation).
Exact synonyms: Simplism
Generic synonyms: Simplification
Derivative terms: Oversimplify

Definition of Oversimplification

1. Noun. An explanation that excludes important information for the sake of brevity, or of making the explanation or presentation easy to understand. ¹

2. Noun. The process of making such an explanation. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Oversimplification

overshopping
overshops
overshorten
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overshortening
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overshot
overshots
oversick
overside
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oversight
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oversing
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oversit
oversize

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