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forthright
adjective(forth-right)
characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion
Synonyms: blunt, candid, frank, free-spoken, outspoken, plainspoken, point-blank, straight-from-the-shoulder,
Examples:
Forthright criticism.
A forthright approach to the problem.
forthright
adverb(forth-right)
directly and without evasion; not roundabout
Synonyms: forthrightly, squarely,
Examples:
Spoke forthright (or forthrightly) and to the point.

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