forthrightness
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6.6
- noun
- /ˈfɔrθˌraɪt.nəs/
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- I admire his forthrightness; he always tells the truth, even when it's difficult.
Examples
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God will bless you for your honesty and forthrightness.
Blog text (34) -
But any sound business strategy must include honesty and forthrightness in dealings with patients.
Academic text (1997) -
So, thanks again for your honesty and forthrightness.
Blog text (32) -
With characteristic forthrightness, I considered what I'd need to give up to focus on a job like this.
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Forthrightness is a prime virtue.
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Individuals may also vary in their forthrightness in discussing their drug and alcohol history.
Academic text (2006) -
I have never needed to agree with Dave to admire his forthrightness and courage.
Blog text (9) -
And who can complain about such honesty, such forthrightness?
Fiction book (1999) -
At this point, I'm inspired by the kindness and forthrightness of this discussion.
Blog text (26) -
I was so moved by Edward's courage and forthrightness, giving voice to the many of us who saw Oslo as a disaster.
Academic text (2004)
Synonyms
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1.0
Being truthful and fair in what you say and do
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5.7
Being open and honest when talking or behaving
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3.5
Being honest and clear about your actions and intentions
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3.5
Open and honest talk that says exactly what you think
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4.8
A direct and honest way of speaking that can seem rude
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3.4
Honest, clear words and actions that say exactly what you mean
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6.3
Saying your thoughts and feelings freely, often in a direct way
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5.0
Being direct and honest without hiding what you think
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5.1
An honest and open way of speaking or acting
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3.9
Saying the truth in a direct way that may hurt people
Speaking directly and honestly without hiding the truth
An open and direct way of speaking or acting
To be direct and blunt when saying the truth
Very direct and truthful speech that does not soften the facts
Being direct and honest in a friendly, warm way
An open and honest way of speaking or acting
Being truthful and fair in what you say and do
Acting or speaking directly without avoiding the main point
Antonyms
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6.1
Not saying something clearly to avoid offending someone or to hide the real meaning
How Direct
Surface Forms
Morphology
forthrightness = forthright (transparent) = forth + right + ness
Formed by the adjective 'forthright' plus the productive noun-forming suffix '-ness', giving the expected 'quality of' meaning.
Etymology
Forthrightness comes from forth ('forward') and right ('straight' or 'correct'). So, to be forthright is to speak 'straight' and directly, which is why forthrightness means being honest and direct.