plain
adjective
clear or distinct to the eye or ear: to stand in plain view.
plainer
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comparativeof plain.comparative
The form of an adjective or adverb indicating a greater degree of a quality.
Example Sentences
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He is also often being asked how to zhuzh up plainer fare or find satiety with smaller portions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 16, 2026
Valerie’s quandary seems much plainer in that her show’s success would be a death sentence for entertainment creatives.
From Salon ● Mar. 26, 2026
The bill was set to introduce plainer packaging and bring in powers to stop refillable vapes being sold in flavours marketed at children.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2024
For example, Chinese zhajiangmian is usually plainer than Korean-Chinese jajangmyeon, which is coated in a thick sauce of fermented black beans.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 26, 2024
“And they’re much plainer than diamonds,” Osh said.
From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk
