耿直 (gěng zhí): Upright (Adjective) — Meaning & Stroke Order

Could an upright personality actually become an obstacle in the workplace?

He is not lacking in uprightness; he simply knows better when to remain silent.

She pointed out the flaws in the plan with upright honesty, even though it might offend some people.

I appreciate your uprightness, but sometimes you could speak a bit more tactfully.