straightforward

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straightforward

  • /ˌstɹeɪtˈfɔː(ɹ)wə(ɹ)d/

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From straight + forward.

adjective more straightforward · straighterforward · most straightforward · straightestforward

  1. Proceeding in a straight course or manner; not deviating.
  2. 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", [...].
  3. figuratively 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.

adverb more straightforward · straighterforward · most straightforward · straightestforward

  1. In a straightforward manner; straightforwards; straightforwardly.

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