Pronunciation: /pleɪnli/
noun No applicable noun for the word 'plainly'.
A1 I like things to be plainly stated.
A2 She spoke plainly about her feelings.
B1 The instructions were plainly written on the packaging.
B2 He presented his argument plainly and clearly.
C1 The artist's style is plainly evident in this painting.
C2 The facts were laid out plainly for all to see.
adjective Not decorated or elaborate; simple or basic in character.
A1 The instructions were written plainly so everyone could understand.
A2 She spoke plainly about her feelings, not holding anything back.
B1 The facts were presented plainly without any embellishments.
B2 The message was communicated plainly and clearly, leaving no room for misinterpretation.
C1 He explained the complex theory plainly, breaking it down into simple terms.
C2 The artist's style is plainly evident in all of his works, with a distinct and recognizable aesthetic.
adverb In a clear or obvious manner; clearly.
A1 She spoke plainly so that everyone could understand.
A2 The instructions were written plainly on the board.
B1 He plainly stated his opinion on the matter.
B2 The evidence plainly showed that he was guilty.
C1 The facts were plainly evident to all who examined the case.
C2 The truth was plainly obvious to everyone in the room.
formal The instructions were plainly written in the manual for all to understand.
informal I can plainly see that you're not listening to me.
slang She was just plainly not having it with his excuses.
figurative His emotions were plainly written on his face for all to see.
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