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Definition plain in British English

plain adjective

adjective
/pleɪn/
Example

Hugh's message was short, but the meaning was plain enough.

Example

It was plain that they knew each other already.

Example

It was plain to everyone that Maude was not happy.

Example

Therese made it plain that she would not help Robert any more.

Example

Her disappointment was plain to see.

Synonyms and related words
obvious apparent show up obvious clear significant
2

simple in design, with no decoration

Example

a plain wooden table

Example

The gardens were fairly plain, with few plants.

Example

a plain white T-shirt

Example

We sell a selection of plain and patterned ties.

Synonyms and related words
plain simple functional
2.1

plain food is simple and does not have a lot of things added to it

Example

a plain sponge cake

Example

plain yoghurt

Example

The restaurant serves plain wholesome food.

Synonyms and related words
buttery calorific caramelised
2.2

not very attractive

Example

He seems to go for plain quiet women.

Synonyms and related words
ugly grim unattractive
2.3

used before a name for saying that someone does not have a special title or name

Example

It's just plain Mr Cunningham now, no need to call me Doctor.

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after assignment better known as
Example

a plain answer

Example

She was admired for her plain speaking.

Synonyms and related words
honest sincere fine
Definition plain in British English

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