No. 14,084 in German
geradlinig
Straightforward; direct; linear.
In a sentence
Der geradlinige Denker fand eine klare Lösung für das Problem.
The straightforward thinker found a clear solution to the problem.
Here, "geradlinig" describes a person who thinks in a direct and uncomplicated manner.
Das Design des Gebäudes ist modern und geradlinig.
The design of the building is modern and streamlined.
In this sentence, "geradlinig" is used to characterize the building's design as simple and free of unnecessary details.
Seine geradlinige Argumentation beeindruckte die Zuhörer.
His straightforward argumentation impressed the audience.
"Geradlinig" here describes the way the argument was presented, suggesting clarity and directness.
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