straightforward

Pronunciation: /ˌstɹeɪtˈfɔː(ɹ)wə(ɹ)d/

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adjective free from ambiguity
  2. adjective without evasion or compromise
  3. adjective without concealment or deception; honest

Etymology

From straight + forward.

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