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uncomplicated narrative

[/ˌʌnˈkɒmplɪkeɪtɪd ˈnærətɪv/]
nounpl: uncomplicated narratives
narrativa simples
1. A straightforward story or account without complex plot structures, intricate subplots, or convoluted storylines
The children's book presented an uncomplicated narrative about a young hero's journey.
O livro infantil apresentava uma narrativa simples sobre a jornada de um jovem herói.
2. A linear, easy-to-follow sequence of events told in a clear and direct manner
The documentary used an uncomplicated narrative to explain the historical events.
O documentário usou uma narrativa simples para explicar os eventos históricos.
Synonyms
simple narrativestraightforward storylinear narrativeclear narrativedirect account
Antonyms
complex narrativeconvoluted narrativeintricate narrativelabyrinthine narrativenon-linear narrative

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
narrativa simples
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
narrativa descomplicada
Alternative form used in São Paulo region
Portugal
narrativa simples
Standard European Portuguese form

Related Idioms & Phrases

a straightforward story
plain and simple narrative
no-frills story
cut and dried narrative
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