Frankness: meaning, definitions and examples

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frankness

 

[ หˆfraล‹knษ™s ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

sincerity

The quality of being open, honest, and direct in speech or action. Frankness is often appreciated in interpersonal relationships as it fosters trust and transparency.

Synonyms

bluntness, candor, honesty, openness

Examples of usage

  • He spoke with frankness about his feelings towards the project.
  • Her frankness in admitting her mistake was refreshing.
  • The team valued his frankness in addressing the issues.
Context #2 | Noun

lack of reserve

The state of being open and unreserved in manner or expression. Frankness can be seen as a positive trait in social interactions, as it allows for genuine communication.

Synonyms

forthrightness, plainness, sincerity

Examples of usage

  • She approached the interview with frankness and authenticity.
  • His frankness in sharing his personal experiences was appreciated by the audience.

Translations

Translations of the word "frankness" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น franqueza

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคชเคทเฅเคŸเคตเคพเคฆเคฟเคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Offenheit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ keterusterangan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒั–ะดะฒะตั€ั‚ั–ัั‚ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ szczeroล›ฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็Ž‡็›ดใ•

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท franchise

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ franqueza

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท aรงฤฑklฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์†”์งํ•จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุตุฑุงุญุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ upล™รญmnost

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ รบprimnosลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฆ็Ž‡

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ odkritost

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hreinskilni

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐัˆั‹า›ั‚ั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒฃแƒšแƒฌแƒ แƒคแƒ”แƒšแƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dรผzlรผk

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ franqueza

Etymology

The word 'frankness' originates from the Old French word 'franc', meaning free, open, or sincere. It entered the English language in the late 14th century. The concept of frankness has been valued across various cultures as a sign of honesty and authenticity in communication.

See also: frank, franking, frankly.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,840, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.