uncomplicated

adjective

Definition of uncomplicatednext
as in simple
easy to understand, do, or use; not complicated The plot was uncomplicated and easy to follow. uncomplicated machinery He's an uncomplicated, straightforward person.

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Recent Examples of uncomplicated But Outer Banks was an instant phenomenon and still represents a unique, uncomplicated capsule of the pandemic. — Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2026 Pratt expects that for these uncomplicated welds, performing on-par with humans—if not eventually better—will be achievable soon. — Evan Ackerman, IEEE Spectrum, 17 Aug. 2026 The uncomplicated French look will never go out of style, and the French hair clip is a must-have for that easy, messy updo. — Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 11 Aug. 2026 Say the useful thing, keep the promise realistic, and let progress stay uncomplicated. — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 8 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for uncomplicated
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncomplicated
  1. simple
  2. straightforward
  3. intelligible
  4. understandable
  5. obvious
  6. clear
Adjective
  • It’s still built with comfort in mind, thanks to the flowy material and stretchy elastic waistbands of the pants and top, but has a simple cut that can be dressed up or down easily.
    — Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2026
  • This converts touch from a simple collision-detection mechanism into an active source of information for aerial navigation, positioning, and grasp control.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of simple
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  • What might have been an exciting matchup between two power hitters was instead a straightforward drubbing, largely because Osaka couldn’t serve at full power.
    — Ava Wallace, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Grab this straightforward daily workhorse for a solid $180 off.
    — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of straightforward
Adjective
  • The linchpin is the mysterious, barely intelligible Leeloo (Milla Jovovich), who happens to be the eponymous fifth (and most pivotal) element.
    — Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Aug. 2026
  • In a busy cafe environment, the buds successfully eliminate most of the background noise, but my voice becomes more compressed and less intelligible.
    — Mark Knapp, PC Magazine, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of intelligible
Adjective
  • That project needed to be built over railroad tracks, so the delay there is more understandable.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Bob Frid / Imagn Images The reaction from around the NHL to Zeev Buium’s eight-year extension is understandable.
    — Thomas Drance, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of understandable
Adjective
  • The proximity makes a team’s flaws so obvious, which is why fans sometimes fixate on the three or four major problems with their team rather than highlight the strengths of the group.
    — Andy McCullough, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Oakley said there were no obvious signs of foul play or trauma.
    — Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of obvious
Adjective
  • Mourinho’s aim to get closer to his players has been especially clear with the team’s biggest names.
    — Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Congress has bipartisan bills in the works aimed at setting clearer federal consumer protections, including age verification.
    — Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of clear

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“Uncomplicated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncomplicated. Accessed 9 Sep. 2026.

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