no-brainer

noun

no-brain·​er ˈnō-ˈbrā-nər How to pronounce no-brainer (audio)
Synonyms of no-brainernext
: something that requires a minimum of thought

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Figuring out how to wear a blazer with jeans makes for a no-brainer outfit formula. India Roby, Glamour, 17 Mar. 2026 Going back to veterinary work part-time was a no-brainer. Michelle Le, CNBC, 17 Mar. 2026 After a little early-2000s time on a downswing, the combo of a pink, translucent base and white tips has become a beautiful no-brainer for so many of us. Marci Robin, Allure, 17 Mar. 2026 In what is a box office no-brainer, Illumination/Nintendo/Universal’s The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is headed for a $160M+ 5-day domestic opening over the Easter stretch. Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for no-brainer

Word History

First Known Use

1954, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of no-brainer was in 1954

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“No-brainer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/no-brainer. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.

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