The quality or state of being simple, unmixed,
or uncompounded; as, the simplicity of metals or of
earths.
The quality or state of being not complex,
or of consisting of few parts; as, the simplicity of a
machine.
Artlessness of mind; freedom from cunning
or duplicity; lack of acuteness and sagacity.
Freedom from artificial ornament,
pretentious style, or luxury; plainness; as, simplicity of
dress, of style, or of language; simplicity of diet;
simplicity of life.
Freedom from subtlety or abstruseness;
clearness; as, the simplicity of a doctrine; the
simplicity of an explanation or a demonstration.
Weakness of intellect; silliness;
folly.