adjective · Medium SAT word

    Forthright

    candid; characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion

    Forthright in a sentence

    Her forthright criticism helped him understand his mistakes.

    Synonyms for forthright

    Antonyms for forthright

    • evasive
    • indirect
    • deceitful

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    Vocabulary like forthright appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.

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