nondeceptive

adjective

Definition of nondeceptivenext
as in forthright

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  1. forthright
  2. straightforward
  3. candid
  4. frank
  5. outspoken
  6. direct
  7. aboveboard
Adjective
  • Inspector General Ben Belnap previously knocked agency officials for not being forthright that the project was at risk of running out of money by December 2027.
    — Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 10 Oct. 2026
  • Musk’s forthright, crusty dad Errol sounds almost proud that something was bullied out of his son, but the movie avoids filling out that traumatic childhood.
    — Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of forthright
Adjective
  • An aroma has no straightforward equivalent to a photograph or audio file.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Nov. 2026
  • Choosing the perfect place to hole up for a weekend getaway is not always straightforward.
    — Sarah James, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of straightforward
Adjective
  • Lloyd had not been candid about his struggles with substance use and addiction until the publication of his memoir.
    — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Today Swig broke it all down in a candid conversation with Editor-In-Chief Kyle Cheromcha and Director of Content and Product Joel Feder.
    — Joel Feder, The Drive, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of candid
Adjective
  • Jones goes on to outline the band’s existing lineup, before giving a rather frank assessment of their current drummer.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 29 Oct. 2026
  • The frank discussion led to some fascinating exchanges between those who fear existential risk from the technology and those who suggest the whole thing is an overblown distraction from the real issues.
    — Julia Black, Vanity Fair, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of frank
Adjective
  • Among the most politically delicate moves this month came when federal agents searched the home of Omar, one of the most outspoken congressional critics of the president.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Macklemore's defiant remarks drew mixed reactions online, with some social media users applauding his outspoken activism while others questioned his motives and accused him of being out of touch.
    — Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of outspoken
Adjective
  • That count includes troops who died in medical events and other situations that do not have a direct connection to the conflict, with 18 service members having been killed from Iranian strikes, combat aircraft crashes or disposal of Iranian drones.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Customers can preorder by sending her a direct message on either and pay via Venmo.
    — Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of direct
Adjective
  • An ex-military man and engineer by profession, Tennessee explores new business opportunities with Rodney that aren’t exactly aboveboard.
    — Denise Petski, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Now that payments are aboveboard and Congress is getting involved, the former running back agrees with those who have suggested college football players have a union to negotiate on their behalf.
    — Ken Makin, Christian Science Monitor, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of aboveboard
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