Simple meaning
What does Honestly mean?
Honestly means in a truthful and sincere way.
Dictionary definition
In a truthful and sincere way, without trying to hide or fake important facts.
Example sentences
Honestly in a sentence
easy
Honestly, I need help with this section.
medium
She answered honestly about her mistake.
hard
Teams grow faster when members speak honestly and kindly.
Synonyms
Words like Honestly
truthfullyUse when words match what is true.
sincerelyUse when speaking with real feeling and honesty.
Antonyms
Opposite words
dishonestlyUse when words are not truthful.
deceptivelyUse when someone tries to mislead others.
Word family
Honestly word family
Base word
honestly
adjective
honest
Truthful and sincere.
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Practice 1
What does honestly mean?
Honestly describes truthful and sincere communication.
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