sound simplistic

Frequency: 6.84.9 per million words

Used when an idea or explanation that you hear or read seems overly simple.

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Examples (10)

  • His explanation of the complex issue sounded simplistic to the experts.
  • While the initial proposal sounded simplistic, it contained some innovative ideas.
  • The politician's promises sounded simplistic and unrealistic to the voters.
  • That approach to solving poverty sounds simplistic, but it might be effective.
  • To someone unfamiliar with the field, the theory might sound simplistic.
  • Her argument sounded simplistic because she avoided technical jargon.
  • The proposed solution sounded simplistic, but it was well-researched.
  • Don't let the easy vocabulary fool you; the underlying concept doesn't sound simplistic at all.
  • The consultant's advice sounded simplistic to the experienced team.
  • Even if it sounds simplistic, sometimes the simplest answer is the correct one.