Straightforward: meaning, definitions and examples

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straightforward

 

[ หˆstreษชtหŒfษ”หrwษ™rd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

easy to understand

Direct and clear in communication or action; easy to understand or deal with.

Synonyms

clear, direct, plain, simple, uncomplicated

Examples of usage

  • The instructions were straightforward and easy to follow.
  • He appreciated her straightforward approach to problem-solving.
Context #2 | Adjective

honest and frank

Honest and frank in attitude or speech; without deceit or evasion.

Synonyms

candid, frank, honest, sincere, truthful

Examples of usage

  • She gave him a straightforward answer to his question.
  • He is known for his straightforward manner of speaking.
Context #3 | Adjective

without twists or turns

Proceeding in a straight line or course without deviation; not crooked or bent.

Synonyms

direct, linear, straight, unbent, undeviating

Examples of usage

  • The road was long but straightforward, with no unexpected turns.
  • Her straightforward gaze never wavered.

Translations

Translations of the word "straightforward" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น direto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฐเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช geradlinig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ langsung

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ัะผะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ prosty

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็›ดๆŽฅ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท direct

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ directo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท doฤŸrudan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ง์ ‘์ ์ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุจุงุดุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pล™รญmรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ priamy

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็›ดๆŽฅ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ neposreden

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ beint

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ัƒั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒ˜แƒ แƒ“แƒแƒžแƒ˜แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ birbaลŸa

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ directo

Etymology

The word 'straightforward' originated from the combination of 'straight' and 'forward', indicating something direct and clear. It has been used in the English language since the early 19th century. Over time, 'straightforward' has maintained its meaning of being honest, direct, and without complexity.

See also: straight, straightaway, straightedge, straighten, straightened, straightening, straightforwardness, straightness.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,777 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.