| English adjective: straightforward | |||
| 1. | straightforward free from ambiguity | ||
| Samples | A straightforward set of instructions. | ||
| Similar | unambiguous, unequivocal, univocal | ||
| Antonyms | ambiguous, equivocal | ||
| 2. | straightforward without evasion or compromise | ||
| Samples | A square contradiction. He is not being as straightforward as it appears. | ||
| Synonyms | square, straight | ||
| Similar | direct | ||
| Antonyms | indirect | ||
| 3. | straightforward without concealment or deception; honest | ||
| Samples | Their business was open and aboveboard. Straightforward in all his business affairs. | ||
| Synonyms | aboveboard | ||
| Similar | square, straight | ||
| Antonyms | corrupt, crooked | ||
| 4. | straightforward pointed directly ahead | ||
| Samples | A straightforward gaze. | ||
| Similar | direct | ||
| Antonyms | indirect | ||