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English to English adjective
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Speaking with plain, unreserved sincerity; also, spoken sincerely; as, plain-spoken words. |  | source: webster1913 adjective satellite
| 2 |
using simple and direct language | | Example: a plainspoken country doctor
source: wordnet30
| 3 |
characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion | | Example: 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
source: wordnet30
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