as in honest
free in expressing one's true feelings and opinions
a newspaper columnist who has been very outspoken on a number of controversial issues
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Recent Examples of outspoken
Gay has been outspoken about her exit from Mormonism over the years.
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Liza Esquibias, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
In August 1950, the State Department ordered Robeson to surrender his passport because of his outspoken criticism of Cold War policy and the Korean War.
—Time, 20 Oct. 2025
Republicans hold considerable influence in the district’s inland cities and unincorporated areas, and Desmond, an outspoken conservative, cruised to re-election in 2022 with 60% of the vote.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Oct. 2025
Pearl has been outspoken in politics, particularly about the Israel-Palestine conflict.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2025
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Liza Esquibias, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
In August 1950, the State Department ordered Robeson to surrender his passport because of his outspoken criticism of Cold War policy and the Korean War.
—Time, 20 Oct. 2025
Republicans hold considerable influence in the district’s inland cities and unincorporated areas, and Desmond, an outspoken conservative, cruised to re-election in 2022 with 60% of the vote.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Oct. 2025
Pearl has been outspoken in politics, particularly about the Israel-Palestine conflict.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outspoken
Adjective
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When his father’s milestone birthday arrived, the teen saw an opportunity to be brutally honest.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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Other marketing, the kind of stuff that people who would need to seek out (like, oh, big fans of Bruce) is more honest, like this featurette all about Cooper’s approach to this specific time in The Boss’ life and career.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
26 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Read on for the candid confessions and cautionary tales that might save you from making the same mistakes.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Oct. 2025
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Another commenter, while sympathetic, offered a more candid take.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Sources who witnessed this, speaking anonymously to protect their position like others consulted for this article, say there was a frank exchange between players, with particular criticism aimed at junior members of the squad over their attitude and application in the build-up.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
26 Oct. 2025
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As Love Chant comes out, Dando is still promoting Rumors of My Demise, a frank and illuminating account of his eventful life co-written with Jim Ruland.—
Gary Graff,
Billboard,
24 Oct. 2025
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Guerra — who represents the 6th District and neighborhoods including Colonial Manor, Elmhurst and Tahoe Park — has served on the City Council since 2015, and has been a vocal advocate for public parks, pedestrian safety and improving local business corridors.—
Hector Amezcua,
Sacbee.com,
29 Oct. 2025
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Challengers Meghan Brown and Dara Ezzell-Pebworth have been the most vocal about their support for inclusive signs and distaste for vouchers, while incumbents Angie Redford and Lori Frasure, who chairs the board, have made their views less known.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
29 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Nuno will hope to draw inspiration ahead of forthcoming fixtures against Newcastle United and Burnley at home, Bournemouth away and then the visit to the London Stadium of Liverpool.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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With the forthcoming holiday episode of the TV show to come and more teased launches from her lifestyle brand As Ever, expect to see more of Meghan Markle and her trusty neutrals.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
25 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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In Chutto’s eyes, Dale is just as peculiar, but less forthright.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
22 Oct. 2025
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Throughout modern American history, reporters who cover the Pentagon have played an invaluable role shining a light on military actions when the government has not been forthright with the public.—
Amy Kristin Sanders,
The Conversation,
16 Oct. 2025
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“Outspoken.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outspoken. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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