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adjective

round

Direct and unreserved in expression.

The historical account describes a round refusal of the demand.

Etymology
roundOld Frenchcircular

The adjective developed senses of full, complete, and direct expression. A round statement holds nothing back, giving it a forceful and unreserved character.

More examples

  • She gave the proposal a round condemnation.
  • The old letter delivered a round rebuke to the officials.
  • He answered the accusation with a round denial.

Forms

round

Similar words

blunt
A more current adjective for direct, unreserved expression.
forthright
Direct and candid without necessarily sounding harsh.