free-spoken

adjective

ˈfrē-ˈspō-kən How to pronounce free-spoken (audio)
Definition of free-spokennext
as in outspoken
free in expressing one's true feelings and opinions I pride myself on being free-spoken and feel no hesitancy in telling you my honest opinion on just about anything

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for free-spoken
  1. outspoken
  2. honest
  3. candid
Adjective
  • Debra Tate, Sharon Tate’s sister, has been an outspoken advocate for keeping Krenwinkel and other former followers of Manson behind bars.
    — Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Many industry critics were also outspoken when Netflix's studio and streaming deal was on the table, with particular focus on the future of movies staying in theaters.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of outspoken
Adjective
  • Those values might include being honest, assertive, or standing up for themselves.
    — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 11 Oct. 2026
  • While discussing the characterizations present in the series, Sandler noted that star Noah Reid’s Rapp may be an honest representation of men, if not the most likable.
    — Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 10 Oct. 2026
Definition of honest
Adjective
  • The outstanding artwork of the exhibition, Goldin’s slideshow, largely devoted to candid portraits of friends, many shot in her Bowery loft, remains stunningly raw.
    — J. Hoberman, ARTnews.com, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Earlier this week, the artist posted a classic photo dump filled with images of her pitbull Shark (a former Dogue cover star), a pumpkin patch, and other candid snapshots from her life recently.
    — Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of candid
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