Definition of straightforward
straightforwardly
adverbstraightforwardness
nounFrom the M-W Editors
Examples of straightforward in a Sentence
Using the computer program is fairly straightforward.
He was very straightforward with us.
She gave a straightforward account of what happened.
1790
First Known Use of straightforward
1790
straightforwards
Definition of straightforward
: in a straightforward manner
Examples of straightforward in a Sentence
she finally told him straightforward that she wasn't interested in a date
1809
First Known Use of straightforward
1809
STRAIGHTFORWARD Defined for English Language Learners
straightforward
playDefinition of straightforward for English Language Learners
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: easy to do or understand : not complicated
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: honest and open
STRAIGHTFORWARD Defined for Kids
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