Synonyms for dumb down

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simplify · oversimplify

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Verb

Definitions

1. v. 1

   To convey some subject matter in simple terms, avoiding technical or academic language, especially in a way that is considered condescending.

   The public won't understand this concept. We need to dumb down our explanation of it.

Related words

Phrases

water down talk down to

Example sentences

• simplify Simplify your life. Take advice from native speakers.
• oversimplify He has a tendency to oversimplify complex issues.

By length

8 letters

simplify³

9 letters

vulgarize, vulgarise

12 letters

oversimplify⁵

The small number after each word is its number of syllables (simplify³ = 3 syllables).