candor (Meaning)
candor (n)
ability to make judgments free from discrimination or dishonesty
the quality of being honest and straightforward in attitude and speech
candor (n.)
Whiteness; brightness; (as applied to moral conditions) usullied purity; innocence.
A disposition to treat subjects with fairness; freedom from prejudice or disguise; frankness; sincerity.
Synonyms & Antonyms of candor
candor Sentence Examples
- Sarah appreciated Mark's candor when he shared his honest opinion about her presentation.
- The politician's candor about the challenges facing the nation resonated with the public.
- In their relationship, they valued open communication and candor above all else.
- Despite the difficult conversation, they both approached it with candor and respect.
- The CEO's candor about the company's financial struggles reassured the employees.
- It was refreshing to encounter someone who spoke with such candor in a world of diplomatic niceties.
- His candor in admitting his mistakes earned him the trust of his colleagues.
- The therapist encouraged her clients to express themselves with complete candor during their sessions.
- The book was praised for its candor in addressing taboo topics with sensitivity and insight.
- Even in the face of criticism, she maintained her candor, refusing to compromise her principles.
FAQs About the word candor
ability to make judgments free from discrimination or dishonesty, the quality of being honest and straightforward in attitude and speechWhiteness; brightness; (
directness, bluntness, candidness, forthrightness, frankness, sincerity,honesty, openness, earnestness,straightforwardness
inhibition, reticence, restraint, inhibition, secretiveness, dissembling, evasiveness, dissimulation,indirection, evasiveness
Sarah appreciated Mark's candor when he shared his honest opinion about her presentation.
The politician's candor about the challenges facing the nation resonated with the public.
In their relationship, they valued open communication and candor above all else.
Despite the difficult conversation, they both approached it with candor and respect.
