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oversimplified method

[/ˌoʊvərˈsɪmpləfaɪd ˈmɛθəd/]
nounpl: oversimplified methods
método excessivamente simplificado
1. A procedure or approach that reduces a complex problem or concept to an overly basic or inadequate level, losing important nuances or details
Using a simple average is an oversimplified method for analyzing market trends.
Usar uma média simples é um método excessivamente simplificado para analisar tendências de mercado.
2. An approach that ignores important variables or complexities, potentially leading to inaccurate conclusions
The textbook presented an oversimplified method that didn't account for regional differences.
O livro didático apresentou um método excessivamente simplificado que não levava em conta as diferenças regionais.
Synonyms
overly simplified approachcrude methodbasic approximationreductionist approachmétodo simplista
Antonyms
comprehensive methoddetailed approachsophisticated procedurenuanced analysismétodo complexo

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
método excessivamente simplificado
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
método simplista demais
Common colloquial variant
Rio de Janeiro
método simplório
More informal, pejorative connotation
Portugal
método excessivamente simplificado
Formal academic usage; may also use 'método redutor'

Related Idioms & Phrases

a quick fix
cutting corners
taking shortcuts
oversimplifying the issue
leaving details on the table
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