Frankness

/ˈfræŋk.nəs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the state of being straightforward and truthful.

The frankness of his remarks surprised everyone in the meeting.

candidness or lack of concealment.

Frankness can sometimes lead to uncomfortable conversations, but it is often necessary.

honesty without evasion or embellishment.

I appreciated his frankness when he addressed the shortcomings of the project.

the quality of being open, honest, and direct in speech or writing.

Her frankness in discussing her feelings made it easier for others to open up.

Middle English, from Old French 'franc', meaning 'free, sincere'.

brutal honesty

A phrase describing an unfiltered, straightforward manner of telling the truth, often perceived as harsh.

speak one's mind

To express one's thoughts and feelings openly and honestly.

call a spade a spade

To speak frankly and directly about something, often unpleasant.

candor

The quality of being open and honest; frankness.

disclosure

The action of making new or secret information known.

transparency

The condition of being transparent, especially in communications.

Spilling the tea

When she revealed all the gossip, her frankness was like spilling the tea.

Keeping it real

His feedback was so direct; I appreciate his frankness in keeping it real.