Candor: Definition, Synonyms & Usage Examples | A Great Dream Language School

What does Candor mean?

Candor's Definition:

To be open and honest; sincerity of expression; open (openness); frank (frankness)

Candor, noun (US English) | Candour (British English)

How do you say Candor/Candour?

Pronunciation:

ˈkandə

Synonyms of Candor/Candour:

frankness, openness, honesty, candidness, truthfulness, sincerity, forthrightness, directness, lack of restraint, straightforwardness, plain-spokenness, plain dealing, plainness, calling a spade a spade, unreservedly, bluffness, bluntness, outspokenness;

Informal:

telling it like it is

Usage/Examples:

"She's a lady of refreshing candour."

Candour means honesty and frankness in expression, being direct, open and truthful in what you say, even when it might be uncomfortable or socially awkward to do so.

When someone describes this quality as refreshing they mean it's pleasant or welcome because:

It's uncommon - Many people tend to be diplom