noun
- The quality or state of being downright; absolute frankness, directness, or bluntness in manner or speech.
- The quality of being absolute, utter, or unqualified; complete or thorough nature.
Usage: Plural form of downrightness; Formal or literary usage
Usage: Formal or literary usage
Examples
- The downrightnesses of her opinions sometimes offended those who preferred diplomatic language.
- He appreciated the downrightnesses with which the manager addressed the team's failures.
- The downrightnesses of the situation left no room for misinterpretation.
- Her downrightnesses in conversation made her both respected and feared.
- The downrightnesses of their commitment to the project was evident in every decision they made.