reductive

Definitions

Tending to present a complex subject or problem in an overly simplified way.

Relating to or involving the reduction of something to its basic components or parts.

Characterized by the reduction of a chemical compound by the addition of hydrogen or removal of oxygen.

Examples

It is reductive to suggest that the complex political crisis can be solved by a single policy change.

The critic argued that the director's interpretation of the classic novel was far too reductive and missed the nuance of the original text.

Synonyms

simplistic oversimplified reductionist simplifying narrow superficial

Antonyms

comprehensive nuanced complex elaborate detailed multifaceted