candour
pronunciation
How to pronounce candour in British English:
UK [ˈkændə(r)]
How to pronounce candour in American English:
US [ˈkændɚ]
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- Noun:
- the quality of being honest and straightforward in attitude and speech
- ability to make judgments free from discrimination or dishonesty
Word Origin
- candour (n.)
- chiefly British English spelling of candor (q.v.); for spelling, see -or.
Example
- 1. Mr miliband 's boldness involved not candour but speed .
- 2. On us tv in particular such candour is refreshing .
- 3. The candour is unusual , but perhaps not surprising .
- 4. You could call it energy and candour , great american virtues , carried to excess .
- 5. Candour about the succession would be unwise : those who are not picked might quit .