# simple as

> English word · Adjective

## Definitions
1. Used to denote that actions and situations are uncomplicated and simple.

## Etymology
Ellipsis of as simple as that or simple as simple does. Originated in Northern English, likely from the Lancashire area.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/simple-as