Frank

/fræŋk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A type of hot dog served in a bun.

He ordered a chili frank at the ballpark.

adjective

Open, honest, and direct in speech or writing.

She appreciated his frank assessment of the situation.

Free in expressing one's true feelings and opinions.

They had a frank discussion about their future plans.

Characterized by a lack of concealment; straightforward.

The report gave a frank overview of the challenges ahead.

Derived from Middle English, from Old French 'franc'(free, sincere), from Latin 'francus' (free, bold).

frank discussion

A conversation where all opinions are shared openly.

frank admission

An honest acknowledgment of something.

frank assessment

A clear and straightforward evaluation.

candor

The quality of being open and honest.

forthright

Direct and outspoken.

sincere

Free from pretense or deceit.

Frank as in truthful or real.

Let's have a frank talk about your plans.

Used to describe something that is refreshingly honest.

Her frankness caught everyone off guard.