Candor and Indirection

Candor

Candor noun - The free expression of one's true feelings and opinions.
Usage example: an interview in which the members of the rock band speak with candor about their recent squabbling

Indirection is an antonym for candor.

Nearby Words: candid, candidly, candour

Indirection

Indirection noun - Deceitful action that is not straightforward.

Candor is an antonym for indirection.

Nearby Words: indirect, indirectly, indirectness
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