Candid (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Informal or natural; especially caught off guard or unprepared; "a candid photograph"; "a candid interview".
Classification
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Examples
- The candidate gave a candid response to the reporter's question, admitting to the company's financial struggles.
- The photographer's candid shots of the celebrities at the party revealed their more relaxed and natural sides.
- The documentary featured a candid interview with the musician, who spoke openly about his struggles with addiction.
- The candid photo of the couple laughing together captured the joy and love of their relationship.
- The journalist's candid article about the politician's personal life sparked controversy and debate among readers.
Meaning 2
Characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion; "blunt talking and straight shooting"; "a blunt New England farmer"; "I gave them my candid opinion"; "forthright criticism"; "a forthright approach to the problem"; "tell me what you think--and you may just as well be frank"; "it is possible to be outspoken without being rude"; "plainspoken and to the point"; "a point-blank accusation".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- She gave a candid interview to the newspaper, sharing her honest thoughts on the controversy.
- The politician's candid admission of wrongdoing helped to regain the public's trust.
- The professor encouraged her students to be candid in their feedback, promising that it would help her improve her teaching.
- The artist's candid photographs of everyday life captured the attention of critics and viewers alike.
- In his candid memoir, the actor revealed the highs and lows of his long career in Hollywood.
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Meaning 3
Openly straightforward and direct without reserve or secretiveness; "his candid eyes"; "an open and trusting nature"; "a heart-to-heart talk".
Classification
All adjective clusters.