outspoken — frank in stating one's opinions, especially if they are critical or controversial
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: frank in stating one's opinions, especially if they are critical or controversial
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈaʊtˌspoʊkən/
Korean meaning: 솔직하게 의견을 말하는, 직언하는
Korean pronunciation: **아웃**스포큰
Example Sentences
- The outspoken professor said the cafeteria food tastes like cardboard soaked in regret.
- My outspoken grandmother told the salesman his tie looked like a disco ball explosion.
- The CEO values outspoken employees who aren't afraid to challenge bad decisions.
outspoken
ADJECTIVE//ˈaʊtˌspoʊkən//
frank in stating one's opinions, especially if they are critical or controversial
An outspoken woman voices controversial opinions at the town meeting
With just a token, her spirit stays unbroken and outspoken!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From the Old English verb 'speak' combined with the prefix 'out-', meaning to speak freely or boldly. The word emerged in Middle English as a compound expressing the act of speaking openly or frankly.
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📝Examples
“The outspoken professor said the cafeteria food tastes like cardboard soaked in regret.”
“My outspoken grandmother told the salesman his tie looked like a disco ball explosion.”
“The CEO values outspoken employees who aren't afraid to challenge bad decisions.”
“She's outspoken about environmental issues and regularly protests outside city hall.”
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