Honestly

/ˈɒnɪstli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In an honest manner; truthfully or sincerely.

Honestly, I think we should change our approach to the project.

Used to emphasize the truth of a statement.

Honestly, I didn't expect to win the competition.

Used to express a frank or straightforward opinion.

Honestly, I don’t like the way he spoke to you.

In a manner that is free from fraud or deceit.

I can honestly say that I have never broken a promise.

Middle English < Old French < Latin 'honestus' meaning honorable

to put it frankly

to speak in a direct and honest manner.

honestly speaking

to express the truth without filtering or sugarcoating.

say it honestly

to request someone to provide their true opinion or feeling.

honest

free of deceit; truthful.

honesty

the quality of being honest.

dishonestly

in a deceitful or untrustworthy manner.

To be real or genuine.

I'm just being honest, that outfit is not cute.

Truthfully, no lie.

Honestly, that movie was a total flop.