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candor

noun
/ˈkæn.dɚ/

Meaning

The quality of being open, honest, and straightforward in speech or expression.
The quality of being open and honest in expression

Example Sentences

She spoke with candor about the challenges she faced.

His candor in admitting mistakes earned him respect.

Example Expressions

brutal candor

Synonyms

frankness, openness, honesty, sincerity
Entry 1
frankness, openness, honesty
Entry 2
honesty, frankness, openness, sincerity

Antonyms

deception, dishonesty, insincerity, deceit, evasion
Entry 1
deception, dishonesty, insincerity
Entry 2
dishonesty, deceit, evasion

Collocations

with candor, brutal candor, candor in speech, candor about

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