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frankness

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/fɾɐ̃ˈkezɐ/fran·que·za

Definition

1

The quality of being frank, direct, and sincere in communication, without dissimulation or beating around the bush.

Usage examples

I appreciate your frankness in telling me the truth.
His frankness can sometimes seem rude.

Common combinations

speak with franknesstotal franknessbrutal franknessappreciate frankness