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straightforward
[/ˌstreɪtˈfɔrwərd/]
adjective
direto
1.
honest, frank, and sincere; without deception or evasion
He gave a straightforward answer to the question.
Ele deu uma resposta direta à pergunta.
2.
easy to understand or do; not complicated
The instructions are straightforward and easy to follow.
As instruções são diretas e fáceis de seguir.
3.
moving or proceeding in a direct course without deviation
Take a straightforward path down the road.
Siga um caminho direto pela estrada.
NYC Slang
straight up
Synonyms
direct
honest
frank
candid
simple
uncomplicated
clear
Antonyms
complicated
devious
evasive
dishonest
ambiguous
convoluted
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
direto
most common usage
General Brazilian
franco
when referring to honesty/frankness
Portugal
franco
preferred for honesty context
Portugal
direto
also used for simplicity/clarity
Related Idioms & Phrases
straightforward as an arrow
to be straightforward with someone
in a straightforward manner
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