1. 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"