Candor
n.thoughtful, resilientprofessional
What it means
A readiness to state the truth plainly, including facts that may be uncomfortable.
Reach for it when praising honest communication that helps others understand or improve
His candor about the delay allowed the client to make a sound decision.
Choose between these
6- everyday
truthfulness in conduct or speech is the broad quality
not when Honesty includes not deceiving; candor more specifically means speaking openly.
- warm
willingness to share thoughts or feelings builds trust
not when Openness can mean accessibility without guaranteeing unvarnished truth.
- warm
genuineness of feeling matters more than full disclosure
not when A sincere person can omit relevant facts and therefore fall short of candor.
- professional
frankness
direct speech about a difficult matter is useful
not when Frankness may land sharply, while candor can still be tactful.
- professional
an organization makes information visible and accountable
not when Transparency is a policy or condition, not always a personal speaking quality.
- formal
forthrightness
clear, unhesitating expression deserves respect
not when It can sound forceful where gentle disclosure is the better description.
Said against
3- deceit
- evasion
- secrecy
It naturally appears in
3- refreshing candor
Her refreshing candor ended weeks of vague speculation.
- speak with candor
The chair invited every reviewer to speak with candor.
- professional candor
Professional candor requires accuracy as well as courage.
Where this comes from
- merriam-webster, noun sense 1 opens in a new tab · retrieved 2026-07-26
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