Dishonest
Dishonest adjective - Telling or containing lies.
Usage example: dishonest statements on the claims form
Straightforward is an antonym for dishonest.
Nearby Words: dishonesty, dishonestly
Straightforward
Straightforward adjective - Going straight to the point clearly and firmly.
Nearby Words: straightforwardly, straightforwardness
Both words in one sentence
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Defeat Means Friendship Irritated with Chris' condemnation of his dishonest ways, Yamato challenges her to a straightforward duel.
- Perspective Flip: Kay, constantly described as an impolite coward by Malory, here is presented as straightforward and reasonable, while other knights (with possible exception of Mordred) are shown as either dishonest or plainly stupid.
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