Forthright
Forthright adjective - Free in expressing one's true feelings and opinions.
Short and forthright are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Short" instead an adjective "Forthright".
Short
Short adjective - Being or characterized by direct, brief, and potentially rude speech or manner.
Usage example: I didn't mean to be so short with you by responding to your request with a snippy “I'm busy!”
Forthright and short are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Forthright" instead an adjective "Short".
Both words in one sentence
- In short, he's very misogynistic (mostly as a product of literally working at the feet of women his entire life) but incredibly forthright and just.
Source: Misaimed Fandom / Live-Action TV
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