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What is another word for Plainspoken? – 125 Plainspoken Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    straightforward frank candid open honest sincere direct blunt forthright unambiguous unequivocal explicit clear lucid transparent unmistakable uncomplicated simple unvarnished unadorned unaffected unstilted unpretentious down-to-earth genuine authentic truthful realistic pragmatic matter-of-fact no-nonsense straight-shooting unreserved free-spoken outspoken vociferous

    Meaning of Plainspoken

    The primary meaning of the word "plainspoken" refers to a quality of being direct and straightforward in one's speech or expression, without being elaborate or ambiguous.

    Definitions

    • Speaking or expressed in a straightforward and honest way, without pretension or ambiguity
    • * Characterized by simplicity and lack of ornamentation in speech or expression

    Etymology of Plainspoken

    The word "plainspoken" has its roots in Old English and Middle English, with "plain" meaning clear or straightforward, and "spoken" referring to the act of speaking or expressing oneself
    Historically, the term has been used to describe individuals who communicate in a direct and unadorned manner, without resorting to elaborate language or pretension

    Example Uses

    • The plainspoken farmer was known for his straightforward and honest advice
    • * The politician's plainspoken approach to policy-making resonated with many voters
    • * The author's plainspoken writing style made the complex topic more accessible to a wider audience

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    ambiguous vague obscure cryptic abstruse convoluted complicated elaborate ornate flowery pretentious deceptive misleading equivocal evasive secretive reserved reticent taciturn laconic enigmatic mysterious

    Related Nouns

    simplicity straightforwardness honesty sincerity directness clarity transparency authenticity genuineness realism pragmatism matter-of-factness down-to-earthness candidness openness frankness bluntness forthrightness unambiguity unequivocality

    Related Verbs

    speak express communicate convey articulate enunciate pronounce declare state assert affirm avow confess reveal disclose uncover expose unveil

    Related Adjectives

    straightforward frank candid open honest sincere direct blunt forthright unambiguous unequivocal explicit clear lucid transparent unmistakable uncomplicated simple unvarnished unadorned unaffected unstilted unpretentious down-to-earth genuine authentic truthful realistic pragmatic