straightforward

B2
US /ˌstɹeɪtˈfɔː(ɹ)wə(ɹ)d/
adj adv Freq #10388

Meanings

  1. 1
    adj

    pointed directly ahead

    a straightforward gaze

  2. 2
    adj

    free from ambiguity

    a straightforward set of instructions

  3. 3
    adj

    Easy, simple, uncomplicated, without difficulty.

    For the most part they are of straightforward design and the largest group is the ex-Prussian "T16" Class 0-10-0 of Type "94", [...].

  4. 4
    adj

    Direct; forthright; frank; sincere.

    A great deal of the uneasiness about Clinton reflects his propensity to dance away from straightforward yes or no answers to any character question.

  5. 5
    adj

    without evasion or compromise

  6. 6
    adj

    without concealment or deception

  7. 7
    adj

    Proceeding in a straight course or manner; not deviating.

  8. 8
    adv

    In a straightforward manner; straightforwards; straightforwardly.

Etymology

From straight + forward.

Thesaurus

Synonyms
4 adj · direct; forthright; frank;... unvarnished
5 adj · without evasion or compromise straight
6 adj · without concealment or... aboveboard
Word family
Derived forms straightforwardlystraightforwardnessunstraightforward

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