candidness

American

[kan-did-nis] / ˈkæn dɪd nɪs /

noun

the quality of being open, honest, or straightforward.

We appreciate the promptness and candidness with which the professor has addressed and apologized for his oversight.
The book, despite its candidness about the grim realities of the situation, offers a message of hope and promise.

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Origin of candidness

candid ( def. ) + -ness ( def. )

Example Sentences

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This isn’t just about his model looks — Garcia is literally a model — or his 10 million Instagram followers or his candidness that makes him extremely relatable.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 3, 2023

Harry's candidness was met with surprise, dismay, even disgust, causing some previous fans to turn against the favorite prince.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2023

But the dancers encourage candidness by sharing stories about their own bodies, or examples from other participants.

From New York Times • Nov. 21, 2022

“His smile and his candidness will reach and relate well with others on the same journey.”

From Seattle Times • Mar. 17, 2022

I was surprised by his candidness and said so.

From "The Color of Water: A Black Man's Tribute to His White Mother" by James McBride

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