outspoken
adjective
out·spo·ken
ˌau̇t-ˈspō-kən 
1
: direct and open in speech or expression : frank
outspoken in his criticism—
Current Biography
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: spoken or expressed without reserve
his outspoken advocacy of gun control
outspokenly
adverb
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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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Minutes later, Mr. Loewen was told by the leaders of the department that Mr. Gianforte’s friend, an outspoken trapper named Matt Lumley, should be credited with the kill, Mr. Loewen said.
—Jonathan Weisman, New York Times, 2 June 2024
As a result, the defense sector has primarily been embraced in recent years by a small cohort of politically outspoken tech founders and investors, including Palmer Luckey, creator of the Oculus virtual-reality headset, and venture capitalist Peter Thiel.
—Jessica Mathews, Fortune, 29 May 2024
In the decades since Diana’s tragic death, Charles has continued to protect his older sister’s memory — becoming an outspoken defender of her legacy and champion of her causes.
—Lynsey Eidell, Peoplemag, 27 May 2024
Most partisan nationally was Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, the outspoken House Judiciary Committee chairman.
—Andrew Sheeler, Sacramento Bee, 22 May 2024
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Jonathan Weisman, New York Times, 2 June 2024
As a result, the defense sector has primarily been embraced in recent years by a small cohort of politically outspoken tech founders and investors, including Palmer Luckey, creator of the Oculus virtual-reality headset, and venture capitalist Peter Thiel.
—Jessica Mathews, Fortune, 29 May 2024
In the decades since Diana’s tragic death, Charles has continued to protect his older sister’s memory — becoming an outspoken defender of her legacy and champion of her causes.
—Lynsey Eidell, Peoplemag, 27 May 2024
Most partisan nationally was Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, the outspoken House Judiciary Committee chairman.
—Andrew Sheeler, Sacramento Bee, 22 May 2024
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“Outspoken.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outspoken. Accessed 8 Jun. 2024.
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