English Synonym Finder

facile

Definitions

Ignoring the complexities of an issue; superficial or simplistic.

Achieved or performed with ease; effortless.

Easily influenced or persuaded; glib.

Examples

The politician offered a facile solution to a complex economic problem that required much deeper analysis.

It is a facile assumption to believe that money alone can solve all of life's difficulties.

Synonyms

effortless simple easy fluent glib superficial painless

Antonyms

difficult arduous complex laborious demanding profound strenuous