self-explanatory
Clear without elaboration
Self-explanatory describes something that needs no explanation—its meaning or purpose is immediately clear from the thing itself.
Instructions might be self-explanatory, or a title, or a warning sign.
The name is self-explanatory.
I thought the directions were self-explanatory, but apparently not.
Clearly perceived or understood
- apparentClearly seen or understood
- clearWithout obstruction or fog
- manifestClearly apparent or displayed
- plainBasic and unremarkable
unmistakable · patent · transparent · palpable · blatant · glaring · overt · conspicuous
Able to be grasped
- straightforwardClear and uncomplicated
- accessibleAble to be reached
- user-friendlyEasy to operate
- comprehensibleAble to be understood
graspable · logical · coherent · lucid · intelligible · readable · digestible · approachable
Easy to understand
- plainBasic and unremarkable
- basicFundamental in nature
- elementaryOf first principles
- unambiguousAllowing single interpretation only
no-nonsense · undemanding · manageable · streamlined · bare-bones · neat · minimalist · uncluttered
evident
Clearly perceived or understood
- apparentClearly seen or understood
- clearWithout obstruction or fog
- manifestClearly apparent or displayed
plain · unmistakable · patent · transparent · palpable · blatant · glaring · overt · conspicuous · undeniable
understandable
Able to be grasped
- straightforwardClear and uncomplicated
- accessibleAble to be reached
- user-friendlyEasy to operate
comprehensible · graspable · logical · coherent · lucid · intelligible · readable · digestible · approachable · effortless
uncomplicated
Easy to understand
- plainBasic and unremarkable
- basicFundamental in nature
- elementaryOf first principles
unambiguous · no-nonsense · undemanding · manageable · streamlined · bare-bones · neat · minimalist · uncluttered · direct
- convenientconvenient, easy, effortless, handy, hassle-free
- famous peoplecelebrity, star, stars, legend, icon
self-explanatoryincomprehensible
Impossible to understand
confusing · baffling · impenetrable · unintelligible · unclear
self, explain, selfish, explanation, oneself, explained, selfless, explaining, selfishness