candid

/ˈkændɪd/

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Type

Adjective

Meaning

  1. Truthful, straightforward, and frank, especially about matters that are difficult or sensitive.

    • She gave a candid assessment of the project's chances during the staff meeting.

    • Would you be candid with me about why the deal collapsed?

  2. Taken informally or without the subject posing or preparing for the camera.

    • The photographer captured several candid moments between the guests at the reception.

    • Why do you prefer candid shots over formal studio portraits?

How it's used

This means “open about a topic”

  • candid about the situation

The director was remarkably candid about the studio's financial troubles.

Collocations

  • candid interview
  • candid feedback
  • candid assessment
  • candid conversation
  • candid photo
  • candid shot
  • candid picture

Synonyms

  • frank
  • forthright
  • honest
  • unposed
  • spontaneous

Antonyms

  • guarded
  • evasive
  • posed
  • staged