candid

Intermediate

/ˈkæn.dɪd/

adjective
Being honest and direct

candid in a sentence

  • “He gave a candid answer to the question.”
  • “He was quite candid about his past.”
  • “She gave us her candid opinion on the matter.”
  • “There are candid … anecdotes of open-heart surgery.”

What does “candid” mean?

candid (adjective) means being honest and direct. It is pronounced /ˈkæn.dɪd/. Vocaby pairs the definition with audio and real example sentences so the word is easy to remember — and brings it back for review right before you'd forget it.

Frequently asked questions

What does "candid" mean?
candid (adjective) means: Being honest and direct
How do you pronounce "candid"?
"candid" is pronounced /ˈkæn.dɪd/ in IPA. You can tap to hear it spoken aloud in the Vocaby app.
How do you use "candid" in a sentence?
Here is "candid" used in a sentence: He gave a candid answer to the question.

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