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.
Typically, libel comes in the form of written communication or images. The majority of jurisdictions in the United States allows for legal actions, civil and/or criminal sanctions, are affirmed to deter such attempts of defamation. As a result of the consequences of the action, the majority of civil law jurisdictions label the activity as a criminal action rather than as a tort.