forthright meaning and definition

FORTHRIGHT adjective

Definition of forthright (adjective)

1. characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion
   • "blunt talking and straight shooting"; "a blunt New England farmer"; "I gave them my candid opinion"; "forthright criticism"; "a forthright approach to the problem"; "tell me what you think--and you may just as well be frank"; "it is possible to be outspoken without being rude"; "plainspoken and to the point"; "a point-blank accusation"
   • synonyms: blunt, candid, frank, free-spoken, outspoken, plainspoken, point-blank, straight-from-the-shoulder

FORTHRIGHT adverb

Definition of forthright (adverb)

1. directly and without evasion; not roundabout
   • "to face a problem squarely"; "the responsibility lies squarely with them"; "spoke forthright (or forthrightly) and to the point"
   • synonyms: forthrightly, squarely