USER-FRIENDLY Synonyms: 87 Similar and Opposite Words

user-friendly

adjective

Definition of user-friendly

as in accessible

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Recent Examples of user-friendly This could involve user-friendly software, centralized technology systems or standardized training that reinforces consistency. — Mark Thomas, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 As for the video capture, it's activated with one of the more user-friendly controls on the right arm. — New Atlas, 24 June 2026 However, standing at five feet tall, the machines haven't been the most user-friendly. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 24 June 2026 Particularly user-friendly for those with weak hands, both are sharp, ergonomic, and made of steel. — Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for user-friendly

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On a mission to build a more equitable food system, Kanbe’s Market is taking items typically thrown out and making them into accessible, affordable meals for families.

— Zuri Primos July 28, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026
Public areas—including the lobby, restaurants, and meeting spaces—are all wheelchair accessible.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026

Definition of accessible

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Food and drink Tucked on the backside of the hotel, Peter B’s is a buzzy brewery and local hangout with a dog-friendly patio.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
At Bank of America Stadium on Wednesday, the MLS All-Stars defeated the Liga MX All-Stars in the MLS All-Star Game, 4-3, in the friendly designed to promote the league to new audiences.

— Kamran Nia July 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026

Definition of friendly

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Islamic tradition, similar to Kosher rules, requires meat to be prepared in a certain way, with a swift cut to the throat to enable an animal’s quick, relatively painless death and allowing the blood to drain.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 30 July 2026
There are many ways to strengthen Social Security’s finances, but none of them is painless.

— byDoug Ashburn, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 July 2026

Definition of painless

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To make the rest of the travel process as smooth as possible, book a room at one of the spectacular dog-friendly oceanfront hotels below.

— Rebecca R. Norris, USA Today, 29 July 2026
At other times, that anxiety is rooted in the fear of the unknown and the parent’s desire to make the path smooth and straight for their kid.

— R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 29 July 2026

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