Outspoken

/ˌaʊtˈspoʊ.kən/ adjective

Definition

willing to say what you think openly and honestly, even if it might offend people

Etymology

Compound of 'out' and 'spoken' (past participle of speak). It literally means thoughts that are 'spoken out' without being held back or filtered.

Kelly Says

Famous outspoken people throughout history—from Galileo to Malala—often faced punishment for speaking truth, which is why free speech is now a protected right in many countries' constitutions!

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