Outspoken Definition & Meaning
outspoken
- adjective
- given to expressing yourself freely or insistently; "outspoken in their opposition to segregation"; "a vocal assembly"
- characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion; "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"
"Outspoken" in song lyrics
See how outspoken is used in real songs:
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"Murmur in the heartbeat, I'm hardly outspoken"
Muph & Plutonic — Yesterday's Basement -
"Queen Latifah's outspoken"
Queen Latifah f/ Mark the 45 King — A King and Queen Creation -
"I'm smart, my spartanic speech is outspoken"
Tragedy the Intelligent Hoodlum — Microphone Check
Words that rhyme with outspoken
Usage tips for "outspoken"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "outspoken" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for outspoken to find words that pair well.