noun
- plural of candidness; the quality or state of being frank, honest, and straightforward in speech or manner
Usage: usually uncountable in singular form; plural used when referring to multiple instances or expressions of candid behavior
Examples
- The candidnesses of the witnesses helped the jury reach a fair verdict.
- I appreciated the candidnesses with which she discussed her mistakes.
- Their candidnesses about the company's problems earned them respect.
- The interview was marked by the candidnesses of both participants.
- We valued the candidnesses they showed in their feedback.