candor — the quality of being open and honest in expression; frankness
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the quality of being open and honest in expression; frankness
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkændər/
Korean meaning: 솔직함, 진솔함, 터놓고 말하는 성질
Korean pronunciation: 캔-더 (강세: 캔)
Example Sentences
- His candor about his cooking disasters made everyone laugh.
- The CEO's candor about the company's problems surprised the investors.
- With unusual candor, she admitted she had never actually read the book she was teaching.
candor
NOUN//ˈkændər//
the quality of being open and honest in expression; frankness
She speaks with candor — not to hurt, but because honesty is the only thing she knows how to offer.
CAN open the DOOR to honest hearts - that's candor!
Candor hits grander than slander — never just a bystander.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'candor' meaning 'whiteness' or 'brightness,' which derives from 'candere' meaning 'to shine' or 'to be white.' The word metaphorically evolved to mean clarity and honesty of expression.
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📝Examples
“His candor about his cooking disasters made everyone laugh.”
“The CEO's candor about the company's problems surprised the investors.”
“With unusual candor, she admitted she had never actually read the book she was teaching.”
“I value your candor, even when it's hard to hear.”
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