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 Public transportation is uncomplicated and readily available, from trains, subways, buses, and taxis to long-tail boats and tuk-tuks. — Elizabeth Preske, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026 The game's minimalist art style, uncomplicated controls, and easy-to-understand objective—reaching the end of the level—make Pico Park incredibly accessible to even the most casual gamers. — Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 8 June 2026 In the garden show, this mission is reduced to its most uncomplicated basics. — Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 7 June 2026 Though outwardly still the same elegant, uncomplicated maison by the sea, things had actually changed beyond recognition. — Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 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
  • With the bulge-bracket firms the clear winners, choosing a VC has become simpler.
    — Robert Frank, CNBC, 14 July 2026
  • The original historic rooms feature heavy drapery, regal-looking bed frames, and simple baths.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 July 2026
Definition of simple
Adjective
  • The appeal for Philadelphia, from a basketball standpoint, is straightforward and multi-pronged.
    — Tony Jones, New York Times, 14 July 2026
  • But while both certificates of deposit (CDs) and high-yield savings accounts continue to advertise attractive yields, deciding where to park that money isn't always a straightforward process.
    — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 13 July 2026
Definition of straightforward
Adjective
  • The Minions lose their Hollywood careers because sound arrives and nobody can understand their language, the same problem the real franchise solved 16 years ago by never giving its characters intelligible dialogue in the first place.
    — David Deal, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
  • Even Karp’s more intelligible arguments are quickly trampled over as additional intrusive thoughts took the wheel.
    — Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 1 July 2026
Definition of intelligible
Adjective
  • The comments provide additional context for a return that has included both encouraging signs and understandable growing pains.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
  • The idea remains fan speculation rather than reported fact, but her announcement history makes the urge to investigate understandable.
    — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 2 July 2026
Definition of understandable
Adjective
  • Spectrum is the most obvious example right now, and recent deals show how much buyers will pay to lock it up.
    — Charlotte Kiang, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
  • All are relatively obvious solutions that were just waiting for our leaders to have the drive to enact them.
    — New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 9 July 2026
Definition of obvious
Adjective
  • While there does still seem to be a clear advantage — in five of the past seven finals, the team playing their semi-final first has won — there have at least been two examples of the eventual champions coming from the second semi-final.
    — Michael Cox, New York Times, 14 July 2026
  • Fort Worth city officials say the goal is to create rules that protect neighborhoods while setting clear standards for future data center development.
    — Ken Molestina, CBS News, 14 July 2026
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“Uncomplicated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncomplicated. Accessed 16 Jul. 2026.

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