no-brainer

noun

no-brain·​er ˈnō-ˈbrā-nər 

: something that requires a minimum of thought

Examples of no-brainer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This lightweight crepe midi dress is a no-brainer, especially for outdoor nuptials. — Ali Faccenda, InStyle, 23 July 2026

Most receivers with his production at age 25 are no-brainer extensions, but his off-field concerns have changed that. — Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 21 July 2026

For Jenn Allen, the writer behind a travel blog for families with disabilities—Wonders Within Reach—a family trip to Boston was a no-brainer. — Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 July 2026

Having this power bank with you at all times is a no-brainer. — Hayley Domin, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1954, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for no-brainer

• abstainer
• campaigner
• complainer
• container
• coplanar
• detainer
• maintainer
• nonplanar
• retainer
• sustainer
• entertainer
• gainer