frankly /fɹæŋkli/ adverb3 •to be honest, used to show that the person speaking is giving an opinion without making it sound nicerMost of what they said was, frankly, a pack of lies. •In a frank or candid manner, especially in a way that may seem too open, excessively honest, or slightly blunt.He spoke frankly about the economy. •To a degree large enough as to be plainly evident. formsfranklier · more frankly · frankliest · most frankly