straightforwardly
|straight-for-ward-ly|
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/streɪtˈfɔrwərdli/
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/streɪtˈfɔːwədli/
(straightforward)
direct and honest
Etymology
Etymology Information
'straightforwardly' originates from the combination of 'straight' and 'forward,' where 'straight' meant 'direct' and 'forward' meant 'toward the front.'
Historical Evolution
'straightforward' changed from the Old English word 'streht' and 'forweard,' eventually becoming the modern English word 'straightforward.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'directly moving forward,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a direct and honest manner.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a direct and honest manner.
She explained the situation straightforwardly.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35