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Synonyms & Similar Words
clearly
obviously
plainly
evidently
manifestly
patently
apparently
seemingly
noticeably
visibly
overtly
downright
downrightly
explicitly
expressly
directly
openly
frankly
honestly
sincerely
truthfully
accurately
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correctly
straightforward
simple
uncomplicated
easy
effortless
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uncomplicatedly
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plainly
obviously
clearly
Meaning of Straightforwardly
The primary meaning of the word "Straightforwardly" is in a straightforward manner, which means being easy to understand, without complexity or subtlety.
Definitions
- In a straightforward manner, without subtlety or complexity
- * In a clear and direct way, without ambiguity or evasion
Etymology of Straightforwardly
The word "Straightforwardly" is derived from the adjective "straightforward", which is a combination of "straight" meaning direct or uncurved, and "forward" meaning moving or directed ahead
The term has its roots in Old English "stræt" meaning straight, and "forweard" meaning forward, with the adverbial form "-ly" added to form the adverb "straightforwardly"
Example Uses
- The instructor explained the concept straightforwardly, making it easy for the students to understand
- * The new policy was implemented straightforwardly, without any complicated procedures or paperwork
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
indirectly
obscurely
vaguely
ambiguously
evasively
covertly
surreptitiously
stealthily
furtively
secretly
mysteriously
enigmatically
puzzlingly
confusingly
complicatedly
complexly
laboriously
arduously
painstakingly
difficultly
hardly