Dictionary of synonyms

Synonyms and antonyms of the word: forthright

Synonyms:

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Usage examples:

As subsequently transpired, when Anderson later published a version of her notes, under the title Dear Queen, in 2016, her hilarious reportage was forthright, opinionated, acerbic and immensely appreciated.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2023/feb/12/janet-anderson-obituary

ChatGPT was both more forthright and more analytically astute about the tensions (and worse) in Supreme Court campaign finance law than most Justices have been.

Source: https://abovethelaw.com/2023/11/harvard-law-school-chatgpt-supreme-court/

Crucially, this must be done with a forthright, clear-eyed recognition that China and Asia must be the priority for our military, geopolitical, and economic efforts.

Source: https://time.com/6294670/us-strategy-ukraine-prioritizing-asia/

Dr Hudson said: “I’ve always been forthright in my support for nuclear energy as we look to power the industries of the future here in Cumbria.

Source: https://www.newsandstar.co.uk/news/23294796.penrith-mp-dr-neil-hudson-champions-cumbrias-nuclear-industry/?ref=rss

For example, if women are assertive or forthright, they're often deemed aggressive, and too unlikable to be good leaders.

Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescommunicationscouncil/2023/05/15/how-to-support-women-in-leadership-and-drive-innovation-and-growth/

George Sorrell, mitigating for Schokker, said: ‘There are occasions where clients aren’t forthright, but he was truthful when talking about the progress in his life.’

Source: https://metro.co.uk/2023/02/02/norfolk-man-in-court-after-being-found-with-10-70-worth-of-cannabis-18209418/

'Great gift' to receive prestigious RSGS award in Perth, says 'fearless and forthright' BBC…

Source: https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/business-environment/environment/4165309/nature-watch-beavers-burrs-buzzards-and-blackbirds-on-river-earn-walk/

She was known for her forthright remarks and was ultimately replaced by Twiggy.

Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/janice-dickinson-im-a-celebrity-itv-b2325750.html

Someone might accuse you of lying or not being straightforward and forthright with them.

Source: https://chicago.suntimes.com/2023/8/11/23823976/horoscopes-today-friday-august-11-2023

To add to the dimensionality of a comparison between Lucy and Ellie, Lucy is incredibly endearing and forthright.

Source: https://collider.com/last-of-us-episode-6-movie-goodbye-girl/