kindbuthonest
adjectiveUK /ˌkaɪnd bʌt ˈɒnɪst/
US /ˌkaɪnd bʌt ˈɑːnɪst/
Being nice to people while still telling the truth.
She was kindbuthonest when she told her friend the drawing needed more color.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Giving helpful criticism in a soft, friendly way.
His kindbuthonest feedback made the project better without hurting anyone's feelings.
3. Being polite and fair even when saying something hard to hear.
The coach was kindbuthonest about what the team needed to improve.
4. Showing care for someone's feelings while not hiding the facts.
A kindbuthonest answer is better than a pretty lie.