suoraviivainen — meaning in English
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English meaning
- incisive adj (of a person or their thinking) Sharply analytical and to the point.
- linear adj Arranged in or resembling a straight line.
- straightforward adjective Simple and easy to understand or do, without unnecessary complication.
Senses
suoraviivainen is used for these senses in English:
- head-on (idiomatic) Direct, abrupt, blunt or unequivocal; not prevaricating.
- incisive Quickly proceeding to judgment and forceful in expression. (of an action)
- linear Having the form of a line; straight or roughly straight; following a direct course.
- linear Of or relating to lines.
- linear Made, or designed to be used, in a step-by-step, sequential manner.
- no-nonsense Practical, not tolerating from others or concerning oneself with anything silly or unimportant.
- slash and burn Rough, coarse and lacking finesse, performed with little skill.
- straightforward Easy, simple, uncomplicated, without difficulty.
incisive — full definition
- adj (of a person or their thinking) Sharply analytical and to the point.
- adj Precise and clearly focused on the main point. (of an account)
- adj Direct and forceful, reaching a decision quickly. (of an action)
- adj Sharp enough to cut or pierce, like a blade.
linear — full definition
- adj Arranged in or resembling a straight line.
- adj Progressing in a single, step-by-step sequence rather than jumping around.
- adj In mathematics, relating to an equation or relationship of degree one, producing a straight-line graph.
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