英语词汇“forthrightness”的英英意思、用法、释义、翻译、读音、例句、短语、词组-英语词典

Example Sentences

Adjective she sometimes was a little too forthright for her own good and ended up saying things that inadvertently offended people I appreciate your forthright explanation of the situation.

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

The authors of The Sovereign Individual are forthright about the violence and disorder that will attend the rise of Bermuda in the Sky With Diamonds.

Anthony Lydgate, WIRED, 6 Sep. 2022 The General’s forthright statement spurred real change in harmony with the defense policies of the Reagan administration.

Eric Tegler, Forbes, 27 May 2022 Kavic River Camp has the wholesome, forthright name of some lush getaway with burbling waters and Robert Redford types in waders.

Josh Condon, Robb Report, 6 Aug. 2022 Whether recording a forthright gaze or focusing on just arms and hands, Wondemu makes pictures that are intense and evocative.

Mark Jenkins, Washington Post, 5 Aug. 2022 Being candid and forthright in all your interactions leaves a positive impression capable of transcending even the most difficult circumstances.

Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 3 Aug. 2022 Instead of always waiting to be asked to hang out, Dr. Saltz recommends taking action to extend those invitations yourself — and being forthright and direct in your desire to connect with the other person.

Adele Jackson-gibson, Good Housekeeping, 15 July 2022 With his vigorous muscularity and forthright sexiness Caan was a throwback to Hollywood’s ideal of a classic male star.

Mark Feeney, BostonGlobe.com, 7 July 2022 Olusanmokun’s wise, forthright and stoic Dr. M’Benga had a small introduction in the series premiere and then was absent in the next episode.

Ryan Parker, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 June 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Adverb

Middle English, from Old English forthriht, from forth + riht right

First Known Use

Adjective

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 3

Adverb

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Noun

1606, in the meaning defined above

单词	forthrightness
释义	forthright 1 of 3 adjective forth·right ˈfȯrth-ˌrīt 1 : free from ambiguity or evasiveness : going straight to the point a forthright critic was forthright in appraising the problem 2 : notably simple in style or quality forthright furniture 3 archaic : proceeding straight on forthrightly adverb forthrightness noun forthright 2 of 3 adverb 1 archaic a : directly forward b : without hesitation : frankly 2 archaic : at once forthright 3 of 3 noun archaic : a straight path Synonyms Adjective candid direct forthcoming foursquare frank free-spoken freehearted honest open openhearted out-front outspoken plain plainspoken straight straightforward unguarded unreserved up-front See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Adjective she sometimes was a little too forthright for her own good and ended up saying things that inadvertently offended people I appreciate your forthright explanation of the situation. Recent Examples on the Web Adjective The authors of The Sovereign Individual are forthright about the violence and disorder that will attend the rise of Bermuda in the Sky With Diamonds. Anthony Lydgate, WIRED, 6 Sep. 2022 The General’s forthright statement spurred real change in harmony with the defense policies of the Reagan administration. Eric Tegler, Forbes, 27 May 2022 Kavic River Camp has the wholesome, forthright name of some lush getaway with burbling waters and Robert Redford types in waders. Josh Condon, Robb Report, 6 Aug. 2022 Whether recording a forthright gaze or focusing on just arms and hands, Wondemu makes pictures that are intense and evocative. Mark Jenkins, Washington Post, 5 Aug. 2022 Being candid and forthright in all your interactions leaves a positive impression capable of transcending even the most difficult circumstances. Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 3 Aug. 2022 Instead of always waiting to be asked to hang out, Dr. Saltz recommends taking action to extend those invitations yourself — and being forthright and direct in your desire to connect with the other person. Adele Jackson-gibson, Good Housekeeping, 15 July 2022 With his vigorous muscularity and forthright sexiness Caan was a throwback to Hollywood’s ideal of a classic male star. Mark Feeney, BostonGlobe.com, 7 July 2022 Olusanmokun’s wise, forthright and stoic Dr. M’Benga had a small introduction in the series premiere and then was absent in the next episode. Ryan Parker, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 June 2022 See More Word History Etymology Adverb Middle English, from Old English forthriht, from forth + riht right First Known Use Adjective before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 3 Adverb before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Noun 1606, in the meaning defined above Kids Definition forthright adjective forth·right ˈfȯrth-ˌrīt : going straight to the point clearly and firmly a forthright answer forthrightness noun as in honesty the free expression of one's true feelings and opinions I valued her forthrightness in telling me she didn't like being called "Susie" Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance honesty sincerity frankness directness straightforwardness bluntness candor outspokenness candidness openness openheartedness plainness simplicity unguardedness unreserve earnestness unreservedness plainspokenness plumpness naïveté artlessness sobriety naivete communicativeness genuineness naiveté freedom unsophistication unrestraint uninhibitedness unrestrainedness license licence Antonyms & Near Antonyms evasiveness indirection dissimulation dissembling secretiveness reticence restraint inhibition shyness diplomacy tact reserve circuitousness See More
随便看	fix (someone) with fix it fix on fix on/upon fix one's eyes on fix one's eyes upon fix one's eyes/gaze/stare on/upon fix one's gaze on fix one's gaze upon fix one's hopes on fix one's hopes upon fix one's hopes/sights on/upon fix one's sights on fix one's sights upon fix one's stare on fix one's stare upon fix someone with fix up fix upon fix with fixable fixabler fixablest fixate fixate (on or upon)

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