frankness

Meanings

• Noun

  The quality or state of being honest and open; direct and unreserved.

  - "His frankness won her trust."
  - "The frankness of the interview took everyone by surprise."
  - "She appreciated his frankness in admitting his mistake."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with frankness
rankness , frankness , blankness , spankness , ankle's brass

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Homophones

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1. Frankness (en) : Quality or state of being honest and open.
   

2. Frank (en) : A person who is open and honest in speech and actions.
   

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Variants

List of all variants of frankness that leads to same result
frank , franker , frankest , frankness , franknesses

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Etymology

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From Old French franc, free, from franc, free, exempt, from franchir to cross, leap over, from frank, free.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'frankness' is derived from the Old French word 'franc', which means 'free'.

2. In medieval Europe, a 'frank' was a free peasant or nobleman who was exempt from certain feudal duties.

3. The term 'frankincense' is derived from the Old French word 'franc encens', which means 'free incense'. It is a resin used in religious and ceremonial contexts.

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Related Concepts

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1. Honesty: The quality of being truthful and sincere in one's actions, words, and beliefs.

2. Sincerity: The quality of being genuine and authentic in one's emotions and intentions.

3. Transparency: The quality of being open and visible, especially in business dealings and government.

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Culture

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Frankness is a valued trait in many cultures, particularly those that prioritize direct communication and honesty. In literature, the concept of frankness can be seen in works such as Mark Twain's 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' and William Shakespeare's 'King Lear'. In art, frankness can be expressed through the use of realistic and unfiltered depictions of people and situations.

How to Memorize "frankness"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person being open and honest in their interactions with others. Picture a scene where someone is speaking their mind without fear of judgment or reprisal.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'frankness' with 'honesty' and 'sincerity'. Think of the feeling you get when you encounter someone who is genuinely open and direct in their communication.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by associating the word 'frankness' with a memorable phrase, such as 'Friendly and Real, Always Noticing Kindness and Sincerity'.

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