simple-minded
ˌsɪmplˈmaɪndɪd
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Definition of simple-minded - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

not complexnot showing complexity or subtle thinking
  • He is too simple-minded to understand the plan.
  • His simple-minded approach missed the deeper issues.
  • The movie's plot was too simple-minded for adults.
naive simplistic unsophisticated
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Origin of simple-minded

Latin, simplex (simple) + mens (mind)

Terms with simple-minded included in their meaning

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naive person
person who is inexperienced, unsophisticated, or simple-minded
behavior
foolish or simple-minded person
simplicity
innocent or simple-minded actions or beliefs

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  1. French:simple d'esprit, ...
  2. German:einfach gestrickt, ...
  3. Italian:ingenuo, ...
  4. Spanish:ingenuo, ...
  5. Portuguese:ingénuo, ...
  6. Chinese:头脑简单的, ...
  7. Japanese:単純な, ...
  8. Arabic:سَطْحِي, ...
  9. Hebrew:פַּשְׁטָנִי, ...
  10. Russian:простодушный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:простодушний, ...
  12. Hindi:अल्पबुद्धि, ...
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