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plainness

[/ˈpleɪnnəs/]
noun
simplicidade
1. The quality of being simple, unadorned, or without decoration
The plainness of the room made it feel austere.
A simplicidade do quarto o fazia parecer austera.
2. The quality of being clear and easy to understand
She appreciated the plainness of his explanation.
Ela apreciava a clareza de sua explicação.
3. The quality of being ordinary or not attractive in appearance
He didn't mind the plainness of his appearance.
Ele não se importava com sua aparência comum.
4. The quality of being honest and direct
The plainness of her speech was refreshing.
A franqueza de sua fala foi refrescante.
Synonyms
simplicityclaritystraightforwardnessordinarinessmodesty
Antonyms
complexityobscuritydecorationornamentationelaborateness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
simplicidade
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
simplicidade
Standard usage in urban contexts
Portugal
simplicidade
Also used as 'clareza' when referring to straightforwardness

Related Idioms & Phrases

plain and simple
in plain sight
plain as day
plain English
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