Pronunciation: /ˈkændɪd/
noun a person who is honest and truthful
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
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.
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.
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