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

For those of us who’ve had something close to a religious experience while watching, say, Singin’ in the Rain or Gold Diggers of 1933, the choice to use musical numbers to portray a person in thrall to complete abandon is a no-brainer. —David Fear, Rolling Stone, 26 Dec. 2025

But considering the consistent production he’s given the offense throughout the season, re-signing him in the offseason to a multiyear deal is a no-brainer. —Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Dec. 2025

Not leaving your things strewn about and showing up with a thoughtful gift for your hosts are no-brainers, but what about the trickier, stickier houseguest etiquette situations? —Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2025

Polaris Anorak Jacket At nearly half off, the Polaris Anorak Jacket is a no-brainer for your cart while the sale lasts. —Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 19 Dec. 2025

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