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- DictionaryCan·did/ˈkandəd/
adjective
- 1. truthful and straightforward; frank: "his responses were remarkably candid"
- 2. (of a photograph of a person) taken informally, especially without the subject's knowledge: "it is better to let the photographer mingle among the guests and take candid shots"
It may refer to the indication or suggestion of sincere honesty (“her candid eyes”), or to something being marked by honest expression (“a candid talk”). However, it also carries the meaning of bluntness (or “disposed to criticize severely”), as well as “free from bias, prejudice, or malice.”
CANDID definition: 1. honest and telling the truth, especially about something difficult or painful: 2. honest and…. Learn more.
CANDID meaning: 1. honest and telling the truth, especially about something difficult or painful: 2. honest and…. Learn more.
adjective. /ˈkændɪd/ saying what you think openly and honestly; not hiding your thoughts. a candid statement/interview. I felt she was being less than candid with me. To be candid, I can’t stand her. The ex-minister gave a candid interview about his reasons for resigning. see also candour. Oxford Collocations Dictionary. Want to learn more?
When you are candid about something or with someone, you speak honestly. Nat is candid about the problems she is having with Steve. I haven't been completely candid with him.
characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion. “I gave them my candid opinion”. synonyms: blunt, forthright, frank, free-spoken, outspoken, plainspoken, point-blank, straight-from-the-shoulder. direct. straightforward in means or manner or behavior or language or action. adjective.
Candid definition: frank; outspoken; open and sincere. See examples of CANDID used in a sentence.
Candid definition: Characterized by openness and sincerity of expression; unreservedly straightforward.
CANDID meaning: 1 : expressing opinions and feelings in an honest and sincere way; 2 : showing people acting in a natural way because they do not know that they are being photographed.
Define candid. candid synonyms, candid pronunciation, candid translation, English dictionary definition of candid. frank, ingenuous, outspoken; open and sincere; informal; unposed: a candid snapshot; Not to be confused with: candied – incrusted with sugar: candied fruit;...
