CANDID (Adj.)

Meaning- expressing opinions and feelings in an honest and sincere way.

Mnemonic trick- Prime ministerial candidate should be candid. Therefore, candid means honest and expressing opinions and feelings in an honest and sincere way.

Synonym- FRANK, TRUTHFUL, SINCERE, FORTHRIGHT

Antonym- UNCANDID

Uses-

•          It was a candid admission of guilt.
•          The government has been quite candid on this point.
•          He was one of the most amiable and candid men.