Straightforwardly: meaning, definitions and examples

The term 'straightforwardly' is derived from the combination of the word 'straightforward', which is made up of 'straight' and 'forward'. The 'straight' element comes from Old English 'strehta', meaning direct or straight, while 'forward' has roots in Middle English 'forwerd', which means toward the front. 'Straightforward' began appearing in the English language in the early 19th century, embodying the idea of honesty and clarity. The addition of the '-ly' suffix transforms it from an adjective into an adverb, indicating that something is done in a straightforward way. Over time, this term has been commonly employed in various contexts, particularly in communication and descriptions of processes, to emphasize clarity and directness.

At rank #25,733, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.

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