self-explanatory
adjective
self-ex·plan·a·to·ry
ˌself-ik-ˈspla-nə-ˌtȯr-ē 
: explaining itself : capable of being understood without explanation
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While helpful instructions are included, assembly in the backyard is self-explanatory.
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Sandi Schwartz, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 June 2025
While the word overfishing may sound self-explanatory, the nuance is essential: overfishing relative to what?
—Simi Thambi, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
Cucumber Slices: This is pretty self-explanatory, but for this: Most Gordon’s Cups you’ll be served will be a pulpy soup of battered cucumbers and lime wedges.
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 7 June 2025
The runes thing is self-explanatory, as runs will now be more rewarding.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
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Sandi Schwartz, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 June 2025
While the word overfishing may sound self-explanatory, the nuance is essential: overfishing relative to what?
—Simi Thambi, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
Cucumber Slices: This is pretty self-explanatory, but for this: Most Gordon’s Cups you’ll be served will be a pulpy soup of battered cucumbers and lime wedges.
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 7 June 2025
The runes thing is self-explanatory, as runs will now be more rewarding.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for self-explanatory
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“Self-explanatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-explanatory. Accessed 23 Jun. 2025.
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