Foolproof
(adjective)
- So simple and straightforward that it cannot be misunderstood or fail.
- Designed to prevent mistakes or misuse.
Origin:
Early 20th century: from fool + proof.
Examples:
- The recipe is foolproof and easy to follow.
- The design of the device is foolproof, making it difficult to use incorrectly.
- The instructions were foolproof, so even a child could understand them.
- The plan was foolproof and couldn't fail.
- The system was designed to be foolproof to prevent human error.