Over-simplification refers to the act of reducing complex ideas or situations to simple or easily understandable concepts. While it can sometimes be helpful, it often results in oversights, lack of nuance, and misinterpretations. Synonyms for over-simplification include reductionism, superficiality, simplification, generalization, distortion, and oversimplification. Reductionism implies a tendency to reduce complex interactions to the factors perceived as most relevant. Superficiality suggests a lack of depth or substance in the analysis. Simplification means presenting a complex issue in a simpler form. Generalization indicates a tendency to draw conclusions from few or isolated examples. Distortion refers to the deviation from the accepted or real facts. Oversimplification means trying to explain complex subjects in an overly simplistic and inaccurate way.