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FORTHRIGHT
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion
Example:
a point-blank accusation
Synonyms:
blunt; candid; forthright; frank; free-spoken; outspoken; plainspoken; point-blank; straight-from-the-shoulder
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Similar:
direct (straightforward in means or manner or behavior or language or action)
Derivation:
forthrightness (the quality of being honest and straightforward in attitude and speech)
II. (adverb)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Directly and without evasion; not roundabout
Example:
spoke forthright (or forthrightly) and to the point
Synonyms:
forthright; forthrightly; squarely
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