making a problem, situation, etc. seem less difficult or complicated than it really is a simplistic approach/view/solution His interpretation of the figures is far too simplistic.
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NAmE//sɪmˈplɪstɪkli//
adverbSee simplistic in the Oxford Advanced Learner's DictionaryCheck pronunciation: simplistic