Dissembling and Forthrightness
Opposite meaning words
Dissembling
Dissembling noun - The inclination or practice of misleading others through lies or trickery.
Usage example: a crafty child given to frequent dissembling to get what she wants
Forthrightness is an antonym for dissembling.
Forthrightness
Forthrightness noun - The free expression of one's true feelings and opinions.
Usage example: I valued her forthrightness in telling me she didn't like being called “Susie”
Dissembling is an antonym for forthrightness.
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