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outspoken
/ ˌaʊtˈspəʊkən /
adjective
- candid or bold in speech
- said or expressed with candour or boldness
Derived Forms
- ˌoutˈspokenness, noun
Other Words From
- outspoken·ly adverb
- outspoken·ness noun
- unout·spoken adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of outspoken1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
But few of us would recognize the name of Dietrich von Hildebrand, a German philosopher-turned-outspoken Nazi antagonist.
He was one of few outspoken activists in Syria prior to the uprising that took a place in March of 2011.
And Jeb, of course, will also have to deal with his outspoken support for Common Core, which the Republican base loathes.
Republican Joni Ernst, an outspoken right-winger, is the new Senator-elect from Iowa.
But there are likely clues to be found in Germán Goyeneche's outspoken passion for the buying and selling of art.
It was a pretty compliment, and sincere I knew, for no one could meet him without recognising his frank outspoken nature.
At first she had rather resented Sir John's outspoken objection to her niece as his son's wife.
Jane was homely and very outspoken; she made enemies easily yet was a loyal friend.
It nettled Dean—frank, outspoken, straightforward as he had always been.
"Why, Frank," cried Constance, in a burst of outspoken admiration.
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