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frankness Synonyms

Another word for frankness

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The quality of being open, honest, and direct in speech or writing, without disguise or reserve.

Usage Example

"The committee appreciated her candor during the budget review, as she clearly outlined the financial risks facing the project."

Strongest
candor
forthrightness
openness
directness
straightforwardness
honesty
Strong
sincerity
plainspokenness
outspokenness
bluntness

Opposites of frankness

The opposite of frankness shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

evasiveness
deceit
insincerity
duplicity
reticence
secrecy
reserve
deception
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Frankness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/frankness
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