straightforward

straightforward is on the Academic Word List.

Word parts

straight + forward

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /streɪtˈfɔːwəd/

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Adjective

Positive straightforward

Comparative more straightforward

Superlative most straightforward

1. If something is straightforward, it is simple. It is easy to understand and easy to know how to do it.
   • Synonyms: clear and simple

   The instructions for how to put this desk together are straightforward.

   What we need to do now is straightforward.

   Making tea is pretty straightforward.