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candidness

/ˈkæn.dɪd.nəs/
can · did · ness
Adverb:candidly
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Adjective:candid
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candidness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

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

Example

"The interviewer appreciated the guest's refreshing candidness about her early career struggles."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'candidness' is fully standard, the shorter Latinate noun 'candor' (or 'candour' in British English) is generally preferred in formal and professional writing.

• Nearby Words

candidate
candidature
candidly
candidness
candied
candiru
candle

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the adjective 'candid' (from Latin 'candidus', meaning 'shining white, clear, or sincere') and the native noun-forming suffix '-ness'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Candidness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/candidness
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