straightforward

adjective26 collocationsAvg. frequency: 7.0

Used when something was expected to be complex but was not.

Emphasizes that something is the opposite of simple; it is complex.

Indicates that parts are simple, but the whole thing has some complexity.

A strong way to say something is not simple at all.

A more nuanced way to say something is not completely simple; it has complications.

more straightforward than it looks

Emphasizes a person's high degree of honesty.

Indicates a person is completely honest.

Used to show appreciation for someone's honesty, especially when it is unusual or unexpected.

The most common way to state that something is simple.

Indicates that something appears simple by observation.

Similar to 'appear', suggests that something gives the impression of being simple.

Used when an explanation or plan sounds simple when heard or read.

Used to describe something that seems simple on the surface.

To discover or feel that something is simple after personal experience.

Used when something turns out to be simple after experience or investigation.

Describes a person's honest character.

Describes a person who gives the impression of being honest.

To be honest and open when speaking to someone.

To be honest about a particular topic or issue.