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

Adding leggings was a no-brainer because there’s business out there. — David Moin, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026

Every capsule wardrobe could use a pair of Levi’s, and this timeless pair is a no-brainer for your regular rotation. — Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Oct. 2026

Retirement at 65 can seem like a no-brainer to many Americans, as eligibility for Medicare, combined with a Social Security check, can feel like the payoff after decades of hard work. — John Csiszar, Washington Post, 11 Oct. 2026

For families Pools, beach, and burgers for days makes this a no-brainer hit with kids. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 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