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candid vs point-blank

point-blank vs candid

candid and point-blank both are adjectives.

candid is not an adverb while point-blank is an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
candid No Yes No No
point-blank No Yes No Yes
As adjectives, candid and point-blank are synonyms defined as:
  • candid and point-blank: characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion
candid (adjective) point-blank (adjective)
characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion close enough to go straight to the target
openly straightforward and direct without reserve or secretiveness characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion
informal or natural; especially caught off guard or unprepared
candid (adverb) point-blank (adverb)
in a direct and unequivocal manner
Difference between candid and point-blank

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