Downright, a bludge, candid, and direct are all synonyms for straightforward. Complicated and difficult are these antonyms of straightforward. And here are another 53 synonyms for straightforward.
1. simple
2. honest
The instructions were clear and straightforward.
She prefers a straightforward approach always.
His answer was honest and straightforward.
The process is quite straightforward overall.
Word | Opposites | Synonyms |
---|---|---|
Unforgettable | Forgettable, unexceptional | Memorable, indelible |
Instruction | Confusion, misguidance | Order, command |
Trash | Treasure, valuable | Waste, waste material |
Might | Weakness, incapacity | Strength, force |
Distraction | Focus, concentration | Diversion, interruption |
Foreign | Domestic, familiar, relevant | Overseas, distant |
Discomfort | Comfort, ease | Pain, aches and pains |
Warrior | Pacifist, coward | Fighter, soldier |
Affordable | Expensive, overpriced | Inexpensive, budget-friendly |
Uniform | Changeable, variable, varied, different | Constant, consistent |
Central | Side, extreme, outer | Middle, centre |
Reform | Preserve, maintain | Improve, make better |
Take for granted | Cherish, Acknowledge fully | Assume, presume |
Campaign | Apathy, inactivity | Crusade, drive |
Formed | Disbanded, dispersed | Created, constructed |
Form | Abolish, dissolve | Set up, devise |
Brought | Took, left. | Carried, delivered |
Portrayed | Hidden, misrepresented | Depicted, represented |
Portray | Conceal, distort | Paint, draw |
Lifeguard | Bystander, drowning | Rescuer, safety officer |
Formal | Informal, unofficial | Ceremonial, ceremonious |
Extravagant | Reasonable, low, moderate, plain | Spendthrift, profligate |
On track | Off course, misdirected | On schedule, on course |
Track | Ignore, neglect | Path, pathway |
Transport | Hinder, obstruct | Convey, carry |
Transparent | Obscure, ambiguous | See-through, clear |
Restrict | Allow, permit | Limit, set/impose limits on |
Restricted | Roomy, unlimited, unrestricted | Cramped, confined |
Trap | Release, free. | Confine, catch |
Contrary to | In line with, consistent with | Opposed to, in contrast to |
Contrary | Compatible, same | Opposite, opposing |
Reward | Punishment, penalty | Recompense, pay |
Rewarding | Unrewarding, disappointing, unfulfilling | Satisfying, gratifying |
Construction | Destruction, demolition | Building, erection |
Trauma | Healing, recovery | Injury, damage |
Distress | Happiness, comfort | Anguish, suffering |
Unawares | Prepared, knowingly, deliberately | By surprise, unexpectedly |
Unaware | Aware, conscious | Ignorant, unknowing |
Abstract | Actual, concrete | Theoretical, conceptual |
Fight | Give in to, let out | Brawl, come to blows |
Infrastructure | Dismantling, disorganization | Framework, foundation |
Looking forward | Looking back, dreading | Anticipating, expecting |
Transformation | Preservation, conservation | Change, alteration |
Warn | Ignore, reassure | Notify, alert |
Warning | Encouragement, assurance | Example, deterrent |
Tradition | Innovation, novelty | Historical convention, unwritten law |
Information | Misinformation, ignorance | Details, particulars |
War | Peace, truce, ceasefire, harmony | Conflict, warfare |
Tragic | Fortunate, lucky | Disastrous, calamitous |
Distribution | Collection, accumulation | Giving out, dealing out |
Forever | Occasionally, never | Continually, continuously |
Struggling | Succeeding, thriving | Wrestling, battling |
Struggle | Succeed, accomplish | Fight, grapple |
Delighted | Dismayed, disappointed | Very pleased, glad |
Sought | Ignored, rejected | Searched for, pursued |