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

Speculation and conspiracy theories have plagued Kirk’s death, fueled even by public figures such as Candace Owens, a longtime friend of Kirk, who has been outspoken about her belief that his death was orchestrated in an elaborate plot.

— Mackenzie Chase, The Washington Examiner, 14 Oct. 2026
As an adult, Crawford's daughter Christina was outspoken about her troubled childhood in Brentwood.

— Megan Johnson, Architectural Digest, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of outspoken

Adjective

The resulting songs are refreshingly straightforward, and self-aware about it.

— Samuel Hyland, Pitchfork, 19 Oct. 2026
Giving Americans $1,000 or $5,000 invested in a technology index is a straightforward idea; The source and use of the funds will likely be of great debate.

— Sarah Cannon, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of straightforward

Adjective

Jones turned in a yeoman's effort, going 22-35 for 155 passing yards and two touchdowns while also keeping the Longhorn defense honest with his legs.

— Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
In McDonnell, his supporters say, the mayor has an honest and principled leader who has managed to steady a department beset by low morale, dwindling staffing levels and aging facilities.

— Libor Jany, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of honest

Adjective

Trailing the Brewers 2-0 in the best-of-seven series, the Dodgers desperately need to put themselves in the best possible position to win Game 3 and avoid four straight win-or-go-home contests.

— Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026
In the absence of DJ Moore, Shakir still only received three targets but managed over 80 yards for the second straight week.

— Jonathan Rubin, Charlotte Observer, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of straight

Adjective

Chairman and president Mehmet Koruturk sums up the intent behind Vanguart, especially in a landscape that, to be frank, really does not need another watch company.

— Rachel Ingram, Robb Report, 18 Oct. 2026
Steeped in therapy culture and financial literacy content, young Americans are fluent in boundary-setting and open to frank conversations about money and mental load.

— Grace Kelleher, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026