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

Introducing Debut Patches to rookies and producing RPDA cards was a no-brainer. — Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026

That seems like a no-brainer but there are pitfalls waiting for the unprepared tree planter. — Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 18 Sep. 2026

The airy texture of the powder adds to the soft-focus effect, blurring pores and fine lines in a few quick sweeps—a no-brainer finishing touch for any makeup look. — Elizabeth Siegel, Allure, 17 Sep. 2026

But as Judge and others explained, celebrating every step on the unpredictable path to and through the postseason has become a no-brainer for the Yankees, who last went to the World Series in 2024. — Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 15 Sep. 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