called spade a spade

synonyms for called spade a spade

• characterize
• construe
• decide
• delineate
• describe
• designate
• detail
• determine
• exemplify
• explain
• illustrate
• interpret
• prescribe
• represent
• specify
• spell out
• ascertain
• assign
• denominate
• denote
• dub
• elucidate
• entitle
• etch
• expound
• formalize
• label
• name
• tag
• translate
• call a spade a spade
• lay it out
• nail it down

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