Learner's definition of SIMPLICITY. 1. [noncount] : the quality of being easy to understand or use. People like the simplicity of the instructions/camera. For simplicity's sake [=to make it simpler and easier], we have rounded off the numbers to the nearest whole number.= We have rounded off the numbers for the sake of simplicity.[+] more examples [-] hide examples [+] Example sentences [-] Hide examples.. a [noncount] : the state or quality of being plain or not fancy or complicated. the simplicity of the music/writing/design. [+] more examples [-] hide examples [+] Example sentences [-] Hide examples. b [count] : something that is simple or ordinary but enjoyable â usually plural.
Definition of libel. 1  1a : a written statement in which a plaintiff in certain courts sets forth the cause of action or the relief soughtb archaic : a handbill especially attacking or defaming someone.
libel. 1  Law. defamation by written or printed words, pictures, or in any form other than by spoken words or gestures. the act or crime of publishing it. 2  anything that is defamatory or that maliciously or damagingly misrepresents. 3  to publish a libel against. 4  to misrepresent damagingly. 5  to institute suit against by a libel, as in an admiralty court.