overhonest

/ˌoʊvərˈhɒnɪst/

Definitions

1. adjective

More honest than is considered tactful or prudent; excessively frank

“After losing the election, he was overhonest about his mistakes and vowed to do better.”

2. noun

A person who is excessively honest

“He was known to be an overhonest politician, which often landed him in trouble.”

Synonyms

  • blunt
  • frank

Antonyms

  • deceptive
  • disingenuous