Crookedness and Forthrightness

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Crookedness noun - The inclination or practice of misleading others through lies or trickery.

Usage example: for sheer crookedness it would be hard to beat the used-car dealer who sold me that lemon

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Forthrightness is an antonym for crookedness.

Nearby Words: crooked, crookedly

Forthrightness noun - The free expression of one's true feelings and opinions.

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Crookedness is an antonym for forthrightness.

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