Meaning of the word forthright in English

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forthright

US /ˈfɔːrθ.raɪt/

UK /ˈfɔːrθ.raɪt/

direct and outspoken; straightforward and honest

Example:

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Her forthright manner sometimes offends people, but she always speaks the truth.

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He gave a forthright answer to the difficult question.

Synonym:

frank candid blunt outspoken straightforward

Synonym:

evasive indirect deceitful

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