Direct, without deviation.
It can mean a number of things, flat or smooth, not complicated, not difficult, honest and straightforward, without adornment, a flat tract of land or a knitting term
If he's being that straightforward, he probably means exactly what he says: He likes you a lot!
Different words that mean "basic" include fundamental, essential, primary, and rudimentary. These synonyms can convey a sense of something being foundational or of primary importance. Depending on the context, terms like simple or straightforward may also apply.
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500 multiplied by 10 equals 5,000. This is a straightforward multiplication problem where you simply add a zero to 500. Therefore, 500 x 10 = 5,000.
Honest in a direct and straightforward manner.
effortless, not difficult, simple, straightforward,
simple straightforward basic obvious plain
It seems a fairly straightforward statement.
Indirect, ambiguous, evasive, elusive.
The term frankness refers to someone's outspoken level and straightforward style of honestly.
candour means the quality of being honest and straightforward in attitude and speech
The adjective straightforward means plain, direct, or honest, as a straightforward answer to a question.
Yes, plainly is an a adverb. It can mean clearly or obviously, or done in a plain or straightforward manner.
There are 3 r's in straightforward.
skill or cleverness in devising or combining
For guys, no usually means no. Guys are pretty simple and straightforward.