Which word means "honest; frank"?

• A. Temperate
• B. Candid
• C. Diverse
• D. Non sequitur

Answer: (B)

This is about finding a word that means honest or frank. Candid captures that sense of openness and straightforward honesty in speech and judgment. When someone is candid, they speak unreservedly and tell the truth as they see it, even if it’s not what others want to hear. That direct, unfiltered quality is why it fits best.

Temperate describes moderation or mildness—calm, restrained behavior or climate—not honesty. Diverse refers to variety or differences in kinds or categories, not truthfulness. Non sequitur means a conclusion that doesn’t logically follow from what preceded, which has nothing to do with honesty or frankness.