openly

[ˈəʊpənli]

openly Definition

• 1. in a way that is easily seen or known; without hiding anything
• 2. in a way that is honest and direct, even if it may be controversial or unpopular
• 3. in a way that is not secret or hidden

Using openly: Examples

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

• Example

  He openly admitted his mistake.

• Example

  She was openly critical of the new policy.

• Example

  The couple is openly gay.

• Example

  The company openly supports environmental causes.

openly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for openly

• publicly
• frankly
• honestly

Antonyms for openly

• secretly
• covertly
• discreetly

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Summary: openly in Brief

The adverb 'openly' [ˈəʊpənli] means in a way that is easily seen or known, without hiding anything. It can also mean in a way that is honest and direct, even if it may be controversial or unpopular, or in a way that is not secret or hidden. Examples include 'He openly admitted his mistake,' and 'The couple is openly gay.' Synonyms include 'publicly,' 'frankly,' and 'honestly.'