April 9, 2026
candor
/ˈkandə/noun
Honest, open, and direct speech or behavior.
Example sentences
- “He spoke about his mistakes with surprising candor.”
- “Her candor during the job interview impressed the hiring manager.”
Spelled "candour" in British English. Usually appears in "with candor" or "refreshing candor", and the frankness it names is seen as a virtue.