English · Work & Business
candor
/ˈkæn.dər/
[/ˈkæn.dər/]
open and honest speech
Advancednoun
Definition
Candor is the quality of being open, honest, and direct in what one says. Speakers value candor over comfortable spin.
Example
He answered the hard question with refreshing candor.
He answered the hard question with refreshing candor.
Etymology
From Latin 'candor', meaning brightness or sincerity.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in talks on honest leadership and feedback.