Pronunciation: /ˈkændɪd/

Definitions of candid

noun a person who is honest and truthful

Example Sentences

A1 I appreciate your candid feedback.

A2 She always speaks with candor.

B1 The candidate's candidature was well-received by the committee.

B2 His candid remarks shed light on the situation.

C1 The CEO's candid demeanor impressed the shareholders.

C2 The book provides a candid look into the author's life.

adjective frank, outspoken, open and sincere

Example Sentences

A1 She was very candid about her feelings.

A2 The candidate gave a candid answer during the interview.

B1 The manager appreciated the employee's candid feedback.

B2 The documentary provided a candid look into the lives of the villagers.

C1 The author's candid memoir revealed many personal struggles.

C2 The journalist's candid reporting shed light on the corruption scandal.

Examples of candid in a Sentence

formal The candidate gave a candid response during the interview.

informal I appreciate your candid feedback on my presentation.

slang She's always so candid, it's refreshing to hear her thoughts.

figurative His candid emotions were written all over his face.

Grammatical Forms of candid

past tense

candid

plural

candids

comparative

more candid

superlative

most candid

present tense

candids

future tense

will candid

perfect tense

have candid

continuous tense

is candiding

singular

candid

positive degree

candid

infinitive

to candid

gerund

candiding

participle

candided

Origin and Evolution of candid

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'candid' originated from the Latin word 'candidus', which means 'white' or 'shining'. It was used to describe someone who was pure, sincere, and free from bias.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'candid' evolved to also include being open, honest, and straightforward in speech or behavior.