user-friendly

adjective

us·​er-friend·​ly ˌyü-zər-ˈfren(d)-lē How to pronounce user-friendly (audio)
: easy to learn, use, understand, or deal with
user-friendly software
also : agreeable, appealing
a user-friendly atmosphere
user-friendliness noun

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But the high-swinging tailgate never looked particularly user-friendly for closing from the inside, leaving the original Shelter Travel perhaps better optimized for sleeping with the tent fabric sealing off the hatch. New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2025 Traditional banks, as well, are investing in digital infrastructure and creating truly user-friendly platforms. Yerik Aubakirov, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025 With its smart technology, powerful performance, and user-friendly design, the Sunseeker X7 Series is perfect for homeowners who love a beautiful lawn with zero hassle. Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025 At Park Hyatt London River Thames, guests can adjust temperature, airflow, and measurement units (Celsius or Fahrenheit) on a user-friendly digital display. Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 22 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for user-friendly

Word History

First Known Use

1972, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of user-friendly was in 1972

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“User-friendly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/user-friendly. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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