straightforward

American  

[streyt-fawr-werd] / ˌstreɪtˈfɔr wərd /

adjective

1. going or directed straight ahead.

   a straightforward gaze.

2. not roundabout or evasive; direct.

   straightforward criticism;

   a straightforward approach to a problem.

3. free from ambiguity; clear.

   straightforward instructions.

4. free from crookedness or deceit; honest.

   straightforward in one's dealings.

   Antonyms:

   devious

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adverb

1. Also straightforwards straight ahead; directly or continuously forward.

straightforward British  

/ ˌstreɪtˈfɔːwəd /

adjective

1. (of a person) honest, frank, or simple

2. (of a task, etc) simple; easy

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adverb

1. in a straight course

Other Word Forms

• straightforwardly adverb
• straightforwardness noun
• unstraightforward adjective

Etymology

Origin of straightforward

First recorded in 1800–10; straight + forward

Example Sentences

For people who are still working, that guidance is straightforward.

From MarketWatch

While there are some supporters for a cap on both sides of the aisle, getting lawmakers to do anything that major is far from straightforward.

From The Wall Street Journal

“We still have a footprint there in Venezuela, in terms of operating bases and whatnot, and so getting equipment there to work is fairly straightforward,” he says on a call with analysts.

From The Wall Street Journal

The formula for hiring a college football coach who can win national titles used to be straightforward.

From The Wall Street Journal

It’s probably helpful to note that I’m a city dweller and haven’t owned a car since 2018, so this isn’t a straightforward “just hop in the car” situation.

From MarketWatch

Related Words

• candid
• forthright
• genuine
• sincere
• truthful
• unequivocal