bluffing vs straightforward

bluffing

noun
  • A bluff; a false expression of the strength of one's position in order to intimidate. 

straightforward

adj
  • proceeding in a straight course or manner; not deviating 

  • easy, simple, uncomplicated, without difficulty 

  • direct; forthright; frank; sincere 

adv
  • In a straightforward manner; straightforwards; straightforwardly. 

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