oversimplify

/ˌˈoʊvərˌsɪmpləˈfaɪ/
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Other forms: oversimplified; oversimplifying; oversimplifies

Definitions of oversimplify
  1. verb
    simplify to an excessive degree
    “Don't oversimplify the problem”
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    type of:
    exaggerate, overdo
    do something to an excessive degree
  2. verb
    make too simple
    “Don't oversimplify the instructions”
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    type of:
    simplify
    make simpler or easier or reduce in complexity or extent
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