Synonyms of frankly

frankly

adverb

ˈfraŋ-klē 

as in honestly

to tell the truth

frankly, I'd rather stay at home than go to the movies tonight

Synonyms & Similar Words

• honestly
• actually
• really
• indeed
• truthfully
• admittedly
• certainly
• in fact
• absolutely
• truly
• as a matter of fact
• positively
• to be sure
• in truth
• in reality
• in actuality
• undoubtedly
• verily
• in point of fact
• realistically
• unquestionably
• forsooth
• indisputably
• indubitably
• veritably

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of frankly

Despite the very real tensions and ramifications of Harry’s decision to go public with his and Meghan’s experiences and criticisms, his prodigal son position is, and frankly, has always been, a boon for the Firm. — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2026

Shorties can also get in on summer’s biggest nail trends, like polka dots and butter yellow, because, frankly, those aren’t going anywhere just yet. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 21 Aug. 2026

And there’s just so much nonsense, frankly, and fantastical — bear hunting can be dangerous. — Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 20 Aug. 2026

But frankly, who cares about logic or canon when the results are so much madcap fun? — Richard Edwards, Space.com, 20 Aug. 2026