We say something is simple when it is easy to understand or not hard to do. It means there are no many parts or rules.
This math problem is simple to solve.
Her dress is simple and nice.
Simple can mean something has only one part or is not made of many parts. It is the opposite of complex or compound.
She has a simple gold ring on her finger.
The building has a simple design with one floor.
Simple can describe people or life that is not rich or fancy. It means humble or plain, often used to show modesty.
He comes from a simple family with few resources.
She lives a simple life without many things.
Simple can describe someone who is not very smart or a little naive. It means the mind or idea is plain or not complicated.
He is a simple person who trusts everyone.
The story shows simple thoughts and ideas.
In grammar, simple means a verb form that does not use extra helping verbs. It often shows basic action or time.
The simple present tense shows habitual actions.
She studies English in the simple past tense.
Simple describes things without extra decorations or complicated parts. It means plain or easy to see.
She wore a simple necklace with no jewels.
The room had simple furniture only.
Simple can describe living things that do not have many parts or functions. They are basic or not complex.
A simple animal has few body parts.
Some plants are simple in form and grow fast.
