FORTHRIGHT Synonyms: 105 Similar and Opposite Words

forthright

adjective

ˈfȯrth-ˌrīt

Definition of forthright

as in outspoken

free in expressing one's true feelings and opinions she sometimes was a little too forthright for her own good and ended up saying things that inadvertently offended people

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as in straightforward

going straight to the point clearly and firmly I appreciate your forthright explanation of the situation

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Recent Examples of forthright Each of those pieces of her public-facing persona seemed to naturally grow from a vast discography where Parton established herself as hardscrabble, emotionally forthright and full of intuition. — Ethan Beck, Washington Post, 28 Aug. 2026 But the Duffys simply are not forthright or interesting enough to be compelling subjects. — Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 26 Aug. 2026 Unfortunately, not all DSA members and sympathizers are as forthright about their intentions as Romer. — Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 6 Aug. 2026 Lorde’s and Parker’s letters are forthright and funny from the start, but the other writers are reticent and polite at first. — Literary Hub, 13 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for forthright

Recent Examples of Synonyms for forthright

Adjective

Debra Tate, Sharon Tate’s sister, has been an outspoken advocate for keeping Krenwinkel and other former followers of Manson behind bars.

— Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026
Many industry critics were also outspoken when Netflix's studio and streaming deal was on the table, with particular focus on the future of movies staying in theaters.

— ABC News, ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of outspoken

Adjective

The pieces also follow the designers’ evolution from the straightforward blacks to use of color to increasingly sculptural shapes.

— Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026
In theory, this should make integration of the latter more straightforward than starting from scratch.

— Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of straightforward

Adjective

Those values might include being honest, assertive, or standing up for themselves.

— Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 11 Oct. 2026
While discussing the characterizations present in the series, Sandler noted that star Noah Reid’s Rapp may be an honest representation of men, if not the most likable.

— Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of honest

Adjective

Follert credits the monthly check-ins and the direct impact employees can have in shaping the company culture for its ranking in the top 10.

— Sam Birchall, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026
And over the years, Jaguar’s boffins have actually learned a lot about how to design, build, and operate electric powertrains that are both powerful and efficient, and that work has direct benefits to road-going EVs.

— Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of direct

Adjective

The outstanding artwork of the exhibition, Goldin’s slideshow, largely devoted to candid portraits of friends, many shot in her Bowery loft, remains stunningly raw.

— J. Hoberman, ARTnews.com, 9 Oct. 2026
Earlier this week, the artist posted a classic photo dump filled with images of her pitbull Shark (a former Dogue cover star), a pumpkin patch, and other candid snapshots from her life recently.

— Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of candid

Adjective

Super El Niño impact Inflation in India has been rising for 10 straight months, crossing the central bank's medium-term target of 4% in August, even as economic growth has been resilient so far.

— Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026
The three-stage rocket failed during its debut mission in October 2021 but is now riding a streak of four straight successes.

— Mike Wall, Space.com, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of straight

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Another one of music’s biggest acts, the beloved country star Jelly Roll, has also been frank about taking care of his mental health, amid personal struggles including his recent divorce as well as being a recovering addict.

— Rob LeDonne, Billboard, 10 Oct. 2026
There is no rear window, but then there’s no rear window in a Polestar 4, and to be frank, barely a view out the back of a Corvette or even a Land Rover Defender when the spare tire is on the back.

— Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 7 Oct. 2026