candor

/ˈkændər/
noun
  1. The quality of being honest and direct in speech or expression, even when the truth is uncomfortable.
    • I appreciate your candor in telling me about the problem with the project.
    • The teacher's candor with her students built a strong sense of trust in the classroom.
    • Her candor during the meeting surprised everyone, but it helped solve the issue.
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