straightforward
Adjective
DefinitionSomething that is straightforward is easy to understand, simple, and not complicated. It implies a direct approach, free from hidden complexities or evasions. A straightforward person is honest and direct in their communication and actions. When a task is straightforward, it means it can be done or achieved without difficulty or intricate steps. It suggests clarity and a lack of ambiguity.
Example
"The instructions for assembling the new bookshelf were surprisingly straightforward, taking only a few minutes to follow."
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Etymology & Word Origins
The word 'straightforward' is a compound formed from 'straight' (meaning direct, uncurved, from Old English 'streht') and 'forward' (meaning towards the front, from Old English 'forweard'). The combination emerged in the late 17th century to describe something direct and honest.
Translations
SpanishSencillo
FrenchSimple
GermanEinfach
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