outspoken
adjective
out·spo·ken
ˌau̇t-ˈspō-kən 
1
: direct and open in speech or expression : frank
outspoken in his criticism—
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: spoken or expressed without reserve
his outspoken advocacy of gun control
outspokenly
adverb
Examples of outspoken in a Sentence
She has been an outspoken advocate of women's rights throughout her life.
an outspoken and controversial radio host
She's very outspoken about political issues.
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In a climate overcrowded with tiresome discourse, these seven Black women are carving their own lanes by being unapologetically outspoken, insightful and honest—and doing it with flair.
—Essence, 28 Mar. 2025
On the state level, Maine officials have been the most outspoken over the refusal to comply with the federal law, resulting in a back-and-forth between the state and the Trump administration.
—Paulina Dedaj, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Strong beliefs may propel you to be outspoken today.
—USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025
Their outspoken political stances drew the attention of the U.S. government, with the Nixon administration even attempting to have Lennon deported, all of which is reportedly covered in the movie.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
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Essence, 28 Mar. 2025
On the state level, Maine officials have been the most outspoken over the refusal to comply with the federal law, resulting in a back-and-forth between the state and the Trump administration.
—Paulina Dedaj, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Strong beliefs may propel you to be outspoken today.
—USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025
Their outspoken political stances drew the attention of the U.S. government, with the Nixon administration even attempting to have Lennon deported, all of which is reportedly covered in the movie.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for outspoken
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“Outspoken.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outspoken. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.
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