facile
Pronunciation
Adjective
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Quick answer
Too simple or superficial to be convincing, given without enough thought.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
simplistic
superficial
Antonyms
thoughtful
nuanced
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Critics dismissed his argument as _____."
Answer: facile
In your own words, what does "facile" mean?
Too simple or superficial to be convincing, given without enough thought.
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