CLEAN-CUT Synonyms: 187 Similar and Opposite Words

clean-cut

adjective

Definition of clean-cut

as in uncomplicated

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as in flourishing

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Recent Examples of clean-cut Most of the time, breakups are supposed to be clean-cut endings—no second thoughts, no leftover feelings, and generally, no contact. — Jenna Ryu, SELF, 9 Feb. 2026 Whitman’s howling yodel and clean-cut persona were a far cry from the sound Presley had been rehearsing. — Joe Sills, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026 The Song Sung Blue actor swapped his clean-cut ethos in favor of a grizzled beard and long silver hair for The Death of Robin Hood. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026 Tonatiuh’s Molina can be frivolous one moment, maternal the next, appearing clean-cut, closeted and Cary Grant-like in the fantasy numbers. — Jenelle Riley, Variety, 2 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for clean-cut

Recent Examples of Synonyms for clean-cut

Adjective

But a young kid coming through its youth setup and into the starting XI remains one of the most uncomplicated, joyous things a fan can experience.

— Nick Miller, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026
But anything that disrupts the unfussy, uncomplicated energy of this adult drama would likely torpedo the whole enterprise.

— Marshall Shaffer, IndieWire, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of uncomplicated

Adjective

This holistic approach addresses what's failing in current, disjointed systems and fosters more flourishing futures, including for leaders themselves.

— Ginny Whitelaw, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Developed from the earlier Light School framework within Virtual World Society, Luminara examines how immersive technology, artificial intelligence, neuroscience, creativity, and experiential learning may work together to support human flourishing and social connection.

— Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 4 June 2026

Definition of flourishing

Adjective

The goal is to prevent property from being clear-cut for development and to preserve as many healthy trees as possible.

— Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 10 Sep. 2026
Still, with average hourly earnings showing no signs of a wage-price spiral, the picture is not clear-cut.

— Fred Imbert, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of clear-cut

Adjective

But this wasn’t nearly enough for Joy Division’s rabid fanbase, and there’s been a thriving black market for bootleg concert recordings for decades, even though the sound quality of most of the tapes varies from half-decent to borderline inaudible.

— Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 8 Sep. 2026
The shocking ruins of what was once a thriving population center attest to a brutal military campaign to liberate the ancient city from IS.

— Alissa Simon, Variety, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of thriving

Adjective

Underpinning this assessment is the fact that disagreements between the two nations have gradually expanded beyond simple tariff disputes.

— , CNBC, 9 Sep. 2026
In simple terms, cherry juice targets the muscle inflammation caused by exercise, known as oxidative stress.

— Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of simple

Adjective

Broad, a lively character on the field during his playing days, then starts talking about personas.

— Nick Miller, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Vendors and growers carry in their selections from different parts of the city and greater New England, making the lively market feel like a center for the region’s resurgence of artisan crafts and family farming.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026