: in an honest and direct way
You can speak frankly to us.
—often used to introduce a statement that tells your true opinion, reason, etc.Frankly, I think your essay needs more work. [=I am being honest when I tell you that your essay needs more work]
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“Frankly.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/frankly. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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