Outspoken describes someone who says what they really think, even when it may create discomfort, tension, or disagreement. People high in this trait may feel that honesty matters more than keeping everything smooth. They are often willing to express opinions that other people might soften, hide, or avoid saying out loud.

At its best, this trait can show up as courage, directness, authenticity, and the ability to name things other people are afraid to address. At its extreme, it can become bluntness, social friction, or speaking without enough concern for timing, context, or impact.

A recognizable fictional example is Wednesday Addams from Wednesday. She represents someone who says exactly what she thinks, rarely softens her opinions for comfort, and seems almost allergic to pretending just to make other people feel better.