John O. Brennan

I have a reputation for speaking my mind. I like to think my candor and bluntness will give you the answers.

American Public Servant

Honesty is the quality I value most in a friend. Not bluntness, but honesty with compassion.

Bluntness can be offensive in cultures that value indirect communication and politeness.

Being too blunt at work may harm relationships or career prospects; diplomacy is often key.

Sometimes bluntness is appreciated for its honesty and clarity, especially when time is critical.

Use 'bluntness' to describe an object that should be sharp but isn't, reducing effectiveness.

Bluntness in tools implies more effort needed to achieve a task, like cutting or writing.

Bluntness can suggest that an object has been used a lot and may need to be sharpened or replaced.