What is the meaning of candid?

adjective

  • Characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion.
    • usage: "blunt talking and straight shooting"; "a blunt New England farmer"; "I gave them my candid opinion"; "forthright criticism"; "a forthright approach to the problem"; "tell me what you think-and you may just as well be frank"; "it is possible to be outspoken without being rude"; "plainspoken and to the point"; "a point-blank accusation"
  • Informal or natural; especially caught off guard or unprepared.
    • usage: "a candid photograph"; "a candid interview"
  • Openly straightforward and direct without reserve or secretiveness.
    • usage: "his candid eyes"; "an open and trusting nature"; "a heart-to-heart talk"
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