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

Examples of no-brainer in a Sentence

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Off-White Reaching for a straightforward white paint to brighten a room may seem like a no-brainer, but according to the pros, the secret to building dimension is experimenting with soft off-whites and their subtle undertones. Nishaa Sharma, The Spruce, 2 June 2026 The upsell should accelerate or exaggerate the result, the downsell should preserve the win, the bump should be a no-brainer. Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026 The brass hardware is an absolute no-brainer with this palette. Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 26 May 2026 With so many celebrity looks for inspiration, adding these shoes to your summer wardrobe should be a no-brainer. Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 26 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for no-brainer

Word History

First Known Use

1954, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 6 Jun. 2026.

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