1. characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion
   a forthright approach to the problem
   a point-blank accusation
   forthright criticism
   tell me what you think--and you may just as well be frank
   it is possible to be outspoken without being rude
   blunt talking and straight shooting
   a blunt New England farmer
   I gave them my candid opinion
   plainspoken and to the point