STRAIGHT-OUT Synonyms: 78 Similar and Opposite Words

straight-out

adjective

ˈstrāt-ˈau̇t

Definition of straight-out

as in sheer

having no exceptions or restrictions the straight-out enmity between the two tennis players was unmistakable

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Recent Examples of straight-out When’s the last time everyone straight-out applauded the Dolphins draft? — Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026 Are people just straight-out living here under those blue tarps? — Kristin Dombek, Harpers Magazine, 21 Apr. 2026 Venezuela should also enact a simple, low-rate Singapore-like income tax system or even a straight-out flat tax, like Estonia and Bulgaria have done. — Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 6 Jan. 2026 But as Saleh’s script advances, and the actor sees the walls closing in around him on all sides, the tone grows more desperate and the film turns into a straight-out thriller. — Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 19 May 2025 Some people are staying; some people are just canceling straight-out. — Chris Willman, Variety, 23 Apr. 2025 In fact, Primus straight-out declares the robust but lightweight Ulti the most wind-resistant, powerful cooking solution it's ever made. — New Atlas, 25 Jan. 2025 It’s based on a true story of the Dozier School for Boys, in which boys were just straight-out murdered in North Florida. — Rebecca Keegan, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019

Recent Examples of Synonyms for straight-out

Adjective

There was sheer joy — Warren Barton once instructed Keegan to perform press-ups on the touchline during a game at St James’ for calling a throw-in the wrong way.

— Michael Walker, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026
Just across the street from the bus stop … lurks a deep drainage pool at the bottom of a sheer 12-foot drop from the street.

— AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of sheer

Adjective

Bail was set at $40,000 unconditional or $20,000 with conditions, the county attorney’s office said Friday.

— Austin Mullen, NBC news, 23 Aug. 2026
Forgo those weapons, as the Iranians have done until now, and the result is destruction, attempts at regime change, and demands for unconditional surrender.

— Tom Nichols, The Atlantic, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of unconditional

Adjective

Sweet, aromatic, and bubblegum pink, this playful cocktail is the utter definition of fun.

— Bradleigh Mobley, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026
Soon, the horrifying virus is everywhere, and resulting scarcities of water, food, and medicine cause panic, which leads to false conspiracy theories, riots, and an utter collapse of social trust.

— The Week US, TheWeek, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of utter

Adjective

Our absolute priority right now is providing unwavering support to their families, friends and teammates during this devastating time.

— CBS News, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
Our absolute priority right now is providing unwavering support to their families, friends, and teammates during this devastating time.

— Jack Moore, ABC News, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of absolute

Adjective

Waist circumference is one simple way to estimate visceral fat.

— Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026
From a straightforward season-long points race to giving the points leader a cushion on the leaderboard, and now the simple format of awarding the FedEx Cup to the winner of the Tour Championship, the postseason has long needed a boost.

— Mark Harris OutKick, FOXNews.com, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of simple

Adjective

In the case of the recent yen initiative, Bessent recommended the Fed expand one of its facilities, a call seen as designed to stem Japanese outright sales of Treasuries.

— Christopher Anstey, Fortune, 20 Aug. 2026
Put buying went up to 110% from about 26% of net cash buying, even as outright stock purchases have declined.

— Deena Zaidi, CNBC, 19 Aug. 2026