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- Dictionaryoutspoken/ˌaʊtˈspəʊk(ə)n/
adjective
- 1. frank in stating one's opinions, especially if they are shocking or controversial: "he has been outspoken in his criticism"
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OUTSPOKEN definition: 1. expressing strong opinions very directly without worrying if other people are offended: 2…. Learn more.
Learn the meaning of outspoken, an adjective that describes someone who speaks or expresses themselves frankly and without reserve. See synonyms, examples, word history, and related entries.
Outspoken suggests that you are willing to shock people by saying what you believe to be right. Blunt and direct often suggest that you think honesty is more important than being polite. Open is positive and describes somebody’s character:
outspoken. (aʊtspoʊkən ) adjective. Someone who is outspoken gives their opinions about things openly and honestly, even if they are likely to shock or offend people. Some church leaders have been outspoken in their support for political reform. [+ in] He was an outspoken critic of apartheid.
outspoken. If you often freely speak your mind, people may say that you are outspoken. How people view that particular trait in you, however, will depend on whether they agree with what you have to say or not! Use the adjective outspoken to describe someone candid and blunt, one who is direct in manner or speech.
Outspoken definition: uttered or expressed with frankness or without reserve. See examples of OUTSPOKEN used in a sentence.
outspoken saying exactly what you think, even if this shocks or offends people: She was outspoken in her criticism of the plan. straight honest and direct: I don't think you're being straight with me.
