simplicity

n. [ F. simplicité, L. simplicitas. See Simple. ] 1. The quality or state of being simple, unmixed, or uncompounded; as, the simplicity of metals or of earths. [ 1913 Webster ]

2. The quality or state of being not complex, or of consisting of few parts; as, the simplicity of a machine. [ 1913 Webster ]

3. Artlessness of mind; freedom from cunning or duplicity; lack of acuteness and sagacity. [ 1913 Webster ]

Marquis Dorset, a man, for his harmless simplicity neither misliked nor much regarded. Hayward. [ 1913 Webster ]

In wit a man; simplicity a child. Pope. [ 1913 Webster ]

4. Freedom from artificial ornament, pretentious style, or luxury; plainness; as, simplicity of dress, of style, or of language; simplicity of diet; simplicity of life. [ 1913 Webster ]

5. Freedom from subtlety or abstruseness; clearness; as, the simplicity of a doctrine; the simplicity of an explanation or a demonstration. [ 1913 Webster ]

6. Weakness of intellect; silliness; folly. [ 1913 Webster ]

How long, ye simple ones, will ye love simplicity? and the scorners delight in their scorning? Prov. i. 22. [ 1913 Webster ]