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facile

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facile /ˈfasəl, ˈfæsəl /
adjective
1 (especially of a theory or argument) appearing neat and comprehensive only by ignoring the true complexities of an issue; superficial:
facile generalizations.
(of a person) having a superficial or simplistic knowledge or approach:
a man of facile and shallow intellect.
2 (especially of success in sports) easily achieved; effortless:
a facile victory
he was revealed to be a facile liar.
– DERIVATIVES
facilely /ˈfasəl(l)ē/ adverb,facileness
– ORIGIN late 15th century (in the sense easily accomplished): from French, or from Latin facilis easy, from facere do, make.
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