warts-and-all

adjective

ˈwȯrts-ən(d)-ˈȯl 

: showing defects or imperfections frankly : not idealized

a warts-and-all biography

Examples of warts-and-all in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

That Stewart’s daughter serves as executive producer provides a clue that Jimmy will be a loving tribute rather than a warts-and-all biopic. — Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 5 Nov. 2026

Her warts-and-all portrayal is a striking exercise in empathy and generosity. — Chris Bellamy, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Aug. 2026

The warts-and-all approach gives the film its steely edge and its steady insight. — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2026

Cue up the greatest hits Mainstream audiences don’t necessarily want a warts-and-all story about their music icons. — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 27 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1957, in the meaning defined above

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