straightforward

Meanings

• Adjective

  Going directly to the point or matter at hand; not roundabout or indirect.

  - "The straightforward answer to the question is yes."
  - "He gave a straightforward explanation of the problem."
  - "The business dealings between the two companies were straightforward."

• Adjective

  Easy to understand or do.

  - "The instructions for assembling the furniture were straightforward."
  - "The math problem was straightforward for her."
  - "He found the solution to the puzzle to be straightforward."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with straightforward
forward , toward , aboard , foreward

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Variants

List of all variants of straightforward that leads to same result
straightforward , straightforwardly , straightforwardness , straightforwardnesses , straightforwards

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Etymology

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From Middle English straitforward, from strait (adjective) 'narrow, confined' + forward 'onward, forward'.

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Trivia

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1. The term straightforward first appeared in English in the 15th century.

2. In mathematics, a straightforward proof is one that is simple and easy to follow.

3. In computer programming, a straightforward algorithm is one that is easy to understand and implement.

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Related Concepts

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1. Clear: Synonym for straightforward, meaning easy to understand or free from confusion.

2. Direct: Synonym for straightforward, meaning going directly to the point or matter at hand.

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Culture

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In literature, straightforward is often used to describe characters who are honest and direct in their communication. In art, straightforward can refer to a style that is clear and uncomplicated. In music, straightforward can refer to a genre or composition that is simple and easy to follow.

How to Memorize "straightforward"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a straight line moving forward, representing the straightforward nature of the concept.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of honesty and directness.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Straightforward is simple and clear' to help remember the definition.

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