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    candid

    candid - Dictionary definition and meaning for word candid

    Definition
    (adj) characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion
    Example Sentence
    • blunt talking and straight shooting
    • a blunt New England farmer
    • I gave them my candid opinion
    • forthright criticism
    • a forthright approach to the problem
    • tell me what you think--and you may just as well be frank
    • it is possible to be outspoken without being rude
    • plainspoken and to the point
    • a point-blank accusation
    Definition
    (adj) informal or natural; especially caught off guard or unprepared
    Example Sentence
    • a candid photograph
    • a candid interview
    Definition
    (adj) openly straightforward and direct without reserve or secretiveness
    Synonyms : heart-to-heart , open
    Example Sentence
    • his candid eyes
    • an open and trusting nature
    • a heart-to-heart talk
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for candid

candiadates in a interview are recommended to be straight forward,outspoken and honest in an interview for best result.....

1.candid -> can+did -> can+do=straightforward 2.candid ~ candy -> children like candy -> children is honest

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