US /ˈfɹæŋkli/
adv Freq #3122

Meanings

  1. 1
    adv

    Used to show that you are speaking honestly and directly, even if it may sound blunt.

    Frankly, I don't think the plan will work.

  2. 2
    adv

    In an open and honest way.

    She spoke frankly about her past mistakes.

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Synonyms
1 adv · used to show that you are... honestlycandidlybluntlyopenly
2 adv · in an open and honest way. openlycandidly

Etymology

From frank + -ly.

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