CLEAN-CUT Synonyms: 187 Similar and Opposite Words

clean-cut

adjective

Definition of clean-cut

as in uncomplicated

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as in flourishing

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Recent Examples of clean-cut Whitman’s howling yodel and clean-cut persona were a far cry from the sound Presley had been rehearsing. — Joe Sills, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026 The Song Sung Blue actor swapped his clean-cut ethos in favor of a grizzled beard and long silver hair for The Death of Robin Hood. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026 Tonatiuh’s Molina can be frivolous one moment, maternal the next, appearing clean-cut, closeted and Cary Grant-like in the fantasy numbers. — Jenelle Riley, Variety, 2 Jan. 2026 Scheffler, who has cultivated a clean-cut, focused image on the PGA Tour, expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration. — Julio Cesar Valdera Morales, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for clean-cut

Recent Examples of Synonyms for clean-cut

Adjective

This is an uncomplicated yarn about a man prying open his heart and nudging other hard nuts to do the same.

— Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
Our culture is losing sight of the value of knowledge and literacy, embracing instead ideas that are surface-level, puritanical and uncomplicated.

— Mckenna Friedland, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of uncomplicated

Adjective

This holistic approach addresses what's failing in current, disjointed systems and fosters more flourishing futures, including for leaders themselves.

— Ginny Whitelaw, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Developed from the earlier Light School framework within Virtual World Society, Luminara examines how immersive technology, artificial intelligence, neuroscience, creativity, and experiential learning may work together to support human flourishing and social connection.

— Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 4 June 2026

Definition of flourishing

Adjective

Illinois’ chunk of that multistate settlement is certainly a tidy sum that could help chip away at Chicago Public Schools’ budget woes.

— The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
Below, experts provide legal advice on how to handle this situation and keep things as smooth as possible, along with simple yard cleaning tips to help keep your landscape tidy.

— SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of tidy

Adjective

Paramasivam’s death has fueled a vigorous protest campaign by the Commercial and Industrial Workers Union, Asia Floor Wage Alliance, Global Labor Justice and other groups.

— Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2026
Puppies should not engage in vigorous tug-of-war games because too much tugging can create jaw or bite problems.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of vigorous

Adjective

The photonics trade Paul Meeks, head of technology research at Freedom Capital Markets, said photonics are the future of AI, but the logistics of diving into the investment theme are far less clear-cut.

— Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 18 Aug. 2026
However, deciding when to remove life support is not clear-cut.

— Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of clear-cut

Adjective

During the water-cure craze of the late nineteenth century, Te Aroha was a thriving spa town.

— Laura Preston, New Yorker, 30 Aug. 2026
Britain still has major advantages, from world-class museums and galleries to a thriving creative economy, but competing internationally will require more ambitious philanthropy.

— George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of thriving

Adjective

It’s still built with comfort in mind, thanks to the flowy material and stretchy elastic waistbands of the pants and top, but has a simple cut that can be dressed up or down easily.

— Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2026
This converts touch from a simple collision-detection mechanism into an active source of information for aerial navigation, positioning, and grasp control.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of simple

Adjective

Stop into Mercat Municipal, a lively indoor market where locals shop for fresh produce, meat, and fish.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
The crowd outside the courthouse was liveliest in late August, when dozens of women wearing pink rallied to show support for Clancy and raise awareness about postpartum mental health, the central pillar of Clancy’s defense.

— Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2026