Synonym Dictionary

Open, sincere, and direct in expressing what one thinks.

Directly relevant to the matter being discussed.

A possible consequence or a meaning suggested without being stated directly.

Understood or suggested without being stated directly.

To suggest or communicate something indirectly.

A conclusion reached from evidence or reasoning rather than stated directly.

The willingness and ability to begin useful action without waiting to be directed.

An authoritative command, especially an order issued by a court.

An indirect suggestion, usually unfavorable or insulting.

To suggest something indirectly, often something unfavorable.

An indirect suggestion, often one that is insulting or unfavorable.

To make something known indirectly or discreetly.

Expressing a meaning different from the literal words, or involving a striking contrast with expectation.

An authoritative instruction or permission to act.

Expressing opinions openly and directly.

Direct relevance to the subject being considered.

Relevant to the subject or situation.

A vote in which the public directly decides a specific proposal.

Directly connected with or useful to the matter being considered.

A consequence, often indirect and unwelcome, of an action.

Moving backward or returning to a less developed or less desirable condition.

Indirect or following a longer, less straightforward course.

To distort or give an uneven direction to something.

Planned with a broader or longer-term objective in mind.