straightforward

straight·for·ward | \ ˌstrāt-ˈfȯr-wərd

How to pronounce straightforward (audio)

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Definition of straightforward

(Entry 1 of 2)

1a : free from evasiveness or obscurity : exact, candid a straightforward account

b : clear-cut, precise

2 : proceeding in a straight course or manner : direct, undeviating

straightforward

variants: or less commonly straightforwards \ ˌstrāt-ˈfȯr-wərdz

How to pronounce straightforwards (audio)

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Definition of straightforward (Entry 2 of 2)

: in a straightforward manner

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Examples of straightforward in a Sentence

Adjective Using the computer program is fairly straightforward. He was very straightforward with us. She gave a straightforward account of what happened. Adverb she finally told him straightforward that she wasn't interested in a date

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20 Nov 2020

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“Straightforward.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/straightforward. Accessed 27 Nov. 2020.

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More Definitions for straightforward

straightforward

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of straightforward

: easy to do or understand : not complicated

: honest and open

See the full definition for straightforward in the English Language Learners Dictionary

straightforward

straight·for·ward | \ strāt-ˈfȯr-wərd

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Kids Definition of straightforward

: being clear and honest : frank He gave a straightforward reply.

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