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- Dictionarystraight·for·ward·ly/ˌstrātˈfôrwərdlē/
adverb
- 1. in a way that is uncomplicated and easy to do or understand: "things are done simply and straightforwardly"
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STRAIGHTFORWARDLY definition: 1. in a way that is simple or easy to understand: 2. in a way that is honest and does not hide…. Learn more.
1. a. : free from evasiveness or obscurity : exact, candid. a straightforward account. b. : clear-cut, precise. 2. : proceeding in a straight course or manner : direct, undeviating. straightforwardly adverb. straightforwardness noun. 2 of 2. adverb. variants or less commonly straightforwards. ˌstrāt-ˈfȯr-wərdz. : in a straightforward manner.
Synonyms for STRAIGHTFORWARDLY: openly, straightforward, sincerely, plainly, forthrightly, simply, abruptly, honestly; Antonyms of STRAIGHTFORWARDLY: politely, tactfully, courteously, wordily, verbosely, diplomatically, civilly, falsely.
with firmness and conviction; without compromise.
easy to understand; clear: The doctor explained the operation in straightforward English. straightforward adjective (HONEST) honest and without unnecessary politeness: She’s a straightforward, no-nonsense teacher. (Definition of straightforward from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) Examples of straightforward.
Definition of straightforwardly adverb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
1. adjective [oft ADJECTIVE to-infinitive] B2. If you describe something as straightforward, you approve of it because it is easy to do or understand. [approval] Disposable nappies are fairly straightforward to put on. The question seemed straightforward enough. ...simple straightforward language.
going or directed straight ahead: a straightforward gaze. not roundabout or evasive; direct: straightforward criticism; a straightforward approach to a problem. free from ambiguity; clear: straightforward instructions. free from crookedness or deceit; honest: straightforward in one's dealings.
Easy to accomplish, identify, or understand; not complicated, uncertain, or involved: a straightforward car repair; a disease with straightforward symptoms; a straightforward approach to the problem. 3. Proceeding in a straight course; direct. adv. In a direct course or an honest manner. straight·for′ward·ly adv. straight·for′ward·ness n.
adjective. without concealment or deception; honest. “ straightforward in all his business affairs” synonyms: aboveboard. square, straight. characterized by honesty and fairness. adjective. free from ambiguity. “a straightforward set of instructions” synonyms: unambiguous, unequivocal, univocal.
