honestly

[ˈɒnɪstli]

honestly Definition

in a truthful, sincere, and frank manner.

Using honestly: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "honestly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Honestly, I don't know what to do.

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    I can honestly say that I've never seen anything like it.

  • Example

    Honestly, I think you're making a mistake.

  • Example

    She spoke honestly about her feelings.

honestly Synonyms and Antonyms

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Summary: honestly in Brief

The adverb 'honestly' [ˈɒnɪstli] means in a truthful, sincere, and frank manner. It is often used to emphasize the speaker's sincerity or to express an opinion or feeling candidly, as in 'Honestly, I think you're making a mistake.'

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