Dumb down

verb

To simplify or reduce the intellectual content of something.

They had to dumb down the report so that the general public could understand it.
Visual representation of "dumb down" - To simplify or reduce the intellectual content of something

Often appears as...

  • dumb down the content
  • dumb down the language

Usage tips

Disapproving

verb

To lower the level of complexity or difficulty of a task.

They dumbed down the exam to increase the pass rate.
Visual representation of "dumb down" - To lower the level of complexity or difficulty of a task

Often appears as...

  • dumb down the standards
  • dumb down the curriculum

Usage tips

Disapproving

Academic

verb

To communicate in simpler terms for easier understanding.

Can you dumb down the financial forecast presentation for the non-finance team?
Visual representation of "dumb down" - To communicate in simpler terms for easier understanding

Often appears as...

  • dumb down the presentation
  • dumb down the discussion

Usage tips

Neutral

Business

verb

To simplify or reduce the intellectual content of something.

They had to dumb down the report so that the general public could understand it.
Visual representation of "dumb down" - To simplify or reduce the intellectual content of something

Often appears as...

  • dumb down the content
  • dumb down the language

Usage tips

Disapproving

verb

To lower the level of complexity or difficulty of a task.

They dumbed down the exam to increase the pass rate.
Visual representation of "dumb down" - To lower the level of complexity or difficulty of a task

Often appears as...

  • dumb down the standards
  • dumb down the curriculum

Usage tips

Disapproving

Academic

verb

To communicate in simpler terms for easier understanding.

Can you dumb down the financial forecast presentation for the non-finance team?
Visual representation of "dumb down" - To communicate in simpler terms for easier understanding

Often appears as...

  • dumb down the presentation
  • dumb down the discussion

Usage tips

Neutral

Business

Definition 1 of 3
Visual representation of "dumb down"
LampPro Tip 1/2

Avoid Oversimplifying

Ensure key information is clear, but don't oversimplify to the point of losing important details.

Illustration for Avoid Oversimplifying
The documentary dumbed down complex science but kept its fascinating facts.
LampPro Tip 2/2

Not Always Negative

While it can seem negative, 'dumb down' can be used to reach a broader audience effectively.

Illustration for Not Always Negative
He had to dumb down his language for the young readers.
LampPro Tip 1/2

Avoid Oversimplifying

Ensure key information is clear, but don't oversimplify to the point of losing important details.

Illustration for Avoid Oversimplifying
The documentary dumbed down complex science but kept its fascinating facts.
LampPro Tip 2/2

Not Always Negative

While it can seem negative, 'dumb down' can be used to reach a broader audience effectively.

Illustration for Not Always Negative
He had to dumb down his language for the young readers.
LampPro Tip 1/2

Avoid Oversimplifying

Ensure key information is clear, but don't oversimplify to the point of losing important details.

Illustration for Avoid Oversimplifying
The documentary dumbed down complex science but kept its fascinating facts.
LampPro Tip 2/2

Not Always Negative

While it can seem negative, 'dumb down' can be used to reach a broader audience effectively.

Illustration for Not Always Negative
He had to dumb down his language for the young readers.
Visual representation of the word "Dumb down"

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