Synonym of CANDID — Synonyms & Antonyms Aptitude Question
Synonym of CANDID: Choose the word closest in meaning to CANDID: Answer and worked solution on CodeKairo.
- Topic: Synonyms & Antonyms
- Section: Verbal Ability
- Difficulty: Easy
- Time target: 35 seconds
Question
Choose the word closest in meaning to CANDID:
Options
- Frank
- Secretive
- Rude
- Formal
Show the answer and the worked solution
Correct answer: A. Frank
Worked solution
- Candid means truthful and straightforward.
- Frank is the closest.
- Rude overshoots — candour need not be impolite.
Answer: Frank.
The idea
Watch for options that exaggerate the word. Candid is honest, not aggressive, so 'rude' is too strong.
Shortcut. A candid photo or a candid interview shows things as they are — open and truthful, which is frank.
Common trap. "Rude" — blunt honesty can sound impolite, but candid means honest and open, not discourteous.