Simple & Easy
Can the word "Simple" and "Easy" mean the same thing?
The concept is simple thus it make doing the math easy. Can it be said The concept is easy thus making the math simple?
Is an easy mind the same as a simple mind?
Seems to me Both words share some of the same meaning but each also has a few additional meanings that separate them.
Si any easy lady the same as a simple lady?
Although they sound like they have a similar meaning to me they have different powers of emphasis.
For instance, you can say that the steps in moving a big boulder is simple.
Re: Pick up boulder with crane and move to destination.
Actually moving a boulder is not easy.
Re: Boulders can weigh over a tonne or more and a heavy duty crane is required.