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 honestly honestly /ˈɑːnəsli/

adverb

  1. () (used as an intensifier reflecting the speaker's attitude) it is sincerely the case that  ( candidly , frankly , honestly )
    (used as an intensifier reflecting the speaker's attitude) it is sincerely the case that
     Honestly, I don't believe it
    honestly, I don't believe it
     Candidly, I think she doesn't have a conscience
    candidly, I think she doesn't have a conscience
     Frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn
    frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn
  2. () In an honest manner  ( aboveboard , honestly )
    in an honest manner
     In he can't get it honestly, he is willing to steal it
    in he can't get it honestly, he is willing to steal it
     Was known for dealing aboveboard in everything
    was known for dealing aboveboard in everything