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/
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
She was outspoken about the factory's pollution at the town hall meeting.
With just a token, her spirit stays unbroken and outspoken!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳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.
Breakdown
out- (outward, forth) + spoken (past participle of speak) = outspoken (one who speaks out freely or boldly)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝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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