Straightforward Meaning
/ˌstɹeɪtˈfɔː(ɹ)wə(ɹ)d/Definition, CEFR level B1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjProceeding in a straight course or manner; not deviating.
adjEasy, simple, uncomplicated, without difficulty.
Sentence Examples
My father is a hard-working, straightforward, and modest person.
This is a straightforward case.
The instructions for assembling the bookshelf were very simple and straightforward.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The instructions for assembling the toy were ____ so even a child could follow them.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The instructions for assembling the new desk were very ____ and easy for anyone to understand.
Word Origin & History
From straight + forward.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"For the most part they are of straightforward design and the largest group is the ex-Prussian "T16" Class 0-10-0 of Type "94", [...]."
— 1960 September, P. Ransome-Wallis, “Modern motive power of the German Federal Railway: Part One”, in Trains Illustrated, page 553:
"Poland played with great energy, quick to the ball, strong in the challenge, and projecting the clear sense they had absolutely no intention whatsoever of making this a straightforward night."
— 2013 October 15, Daniel Taylor, “Steven Gerrard goal against Poland ensures England will go to World Cup”, in The Guardian:
"A great deal of the uneasiness about Clinton reflects his propensity to dance away from straightforward yes or no answers to any character question."
— 1992 April 20, George J. Church, “Why Voters Don't Trust Clinton”, in Time, page 38:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The instructions for assembling the toy were ____ so even a child could follow them.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The instructions for assembling the new desk were very ____ and easy for anyone to understand.