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Candid (Adjective)

Meaning 1

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".

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Synonyms

  • Free-spoken
  • Straight-from-the-shoulder
  • Outspoken
  • Blunt
  • Point-blank
  • Frank
  • Plainspoken
  • Forthright

Related Words

  • Candidness (noun)

Meaning 2

Informal or natural; especially caught off guard or unprepared; "a candid photograph"; "a candid interview".

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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

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Synonyms

  • Heart-to-heart
  • Open

Related Words

  • Candidness (noun)
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