user-friendly

adjective

us·​er-friend·​ly ˌyü-zər-ˈfren(d)-lē How to pronounce user-friendly (audio)
: easy to learn, use, understand, or deal with
user-friendly software
also : agreeable, appealing
a user-friendly atmosphere
user-friendliness noun

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Its user-friendly interface and efficient tools allowed users to engage more effectively with the tipping culture on Farcaster. Gary Weinstein, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024 The combination of the relatively speedy, mid-priced powertrain (the AMG model is far more expensive), the ability to charge up without any electricians, and the user-friendly technology, the 2025 GLC 350e is the best version of the best option in the luxury compact SUV market. Nina Turner, Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2024 In their full review, our expert raved about its exceptional picture quality and user-friendly interface, ensuring seamless switching between apps and immersive sound. Juhi Wadia, PCMAG, 23 Oct. 2024 Competitive Advantage Over Other PDF Editors UPDF excels in terms of a user-friendly interface, rich features, and advanced AI capabilities. New Atlas, 17 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for user-friendly 

Word History

First Known Use

1972, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of user-friendly was in 1972

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“User-friendly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/user-friendly. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

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