up-front

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Adjective up-front has 1 sense

upfront - frank and honest; "he was upfront about his intentions"
Antonym: indirect (indirect, via direct)

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Up-front

Definition:

adjective

1. paid or settled in advance; made before something else happens or is done.

2. honest and direct in behavior or attitude; straightforward.

Sense 1:

When used as an adjective, up-front means paid or settled in advance.

Example sentences:

The landlord requires an up-front payment for the first month's rent.
I prefer up-front pricing so that I know the cost beforehand.

Sense 2:

When used as an adjective, up-front means honest and direct in behavior or attitude.

Example sentences:

She appreciated her friend's up-front advice about the situation.
He has an up-front approach that some people find refreshing.