Forthright

BLUNT

Describes a tool with a sharp edge or a person who speaks without softening their words. Think of how a knife and a comment can both share this quality.

"Forthright" means being direct or honest in a straightforward way, which is exactly what "blunt" describes. The word "blunt" can also refer to something lacking sharpness, but here it’s used in the figurative sense—someone who speaks plainly without sugarcoating. No wordplay or tricks; it’s a simple synonym match where both words share the same core meaning.