The meaning of Honestly

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In an honest and straightforward way; frankly.

Usage examples:

He candidly discussed his efforts to find employment

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In a way that is honest and true, especially about something difficult or painful

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I find she is easy to speak to candidly., he candidly admitted that he was surprised and disappoint…

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In a way that conforms with generally accepted standards of respectable or moral behaviour.

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Parents can teach their children how to behave decently

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In a way that is socially acceptable or good

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She admitted that she hadn't always behaved decently., candidates need to be decently dressed in or…

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In a way that relates to moral principles.

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To be spiritual may be interpreted both ethically and religiously

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In a way that is morally right or that relates to moral principles

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He encouraged his students to think for themselves and to act morally and ethically., this action i…

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With justice.

Usage examples:

He could not fairly be accused of wasting police time

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In an open, honest, and direct manner.

Usage examples:

She talks very frankly about herself

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In an honest, sincere, and truthful way, even when this might make other people uncomfortable

Usage examples:

She spoke frankly about her troubled marriage., frankly, i’m worried.

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Not under the control of another; as one wishes.

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I roamed freely

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Without being controlled or limited

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The animals are allowed to roam freely instead of being kept in cages., everyone is encouraged to s…

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In a truthful way.

Usage examples:

They speak genuinely about how proud they are

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Truthfully; sincerely; really; actually

Usage examples:

I’m genuinely sorry if i offended you.

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In way that is honest and fair, or that deserves praise and respect

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I wanted us to behave honourably, truthfully., millions served honourably in the war.

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In a way that conforms to or is permitted or recognized by the law.

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He was deemed to have acted lawfully and was not prosecuted

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According to the law, or legally

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Records were lawfully obtained under a subpoena., those who pay the taxes act lawfully and help dec…

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In a way that conforms to or is permitted or required by the law.

Usage examples:

The weapons were purchased legally

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According to the laws of a country or state

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Immigrant workers must carry an identity card proving they are in the country legally., the public …

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In a way that conforms to the law or to rules.

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They can prove that the funds were acquired legitimately

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In a way that is allowed by law

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Most foreign visitors enter the country legitimately., we support legitimately elected governments.…

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With reference to the principles of right and wrong behaviour.

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He believed the war was morally justified

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Considered from a moral position

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Morally wrong

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Without concealment, deception, or prevarication, especially where these might be expected; frankly or honestly.

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A lecturer who had openly criticized the government

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Without hiding any of your thoughts or feelings

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We discussed our reservations about the contract quite openly.

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Able to be perceived easily.

Usage examples:

A light was plainly visible

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In a sincere or genuine way.

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A sincerely held belief

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Sincerely or sincerely yours is a common way to end a letter to someone who is not a friend or family member, before you sign your name.

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Used at the end of a formal letter before you sign your name

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In a truthful way.

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He speaks truly

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Without a doubt; certainly

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The area is truly beautiful., can it be truly said that he represents all the people of his country…

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In a way that expresses the truth; honestly.

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Stories should be reported truthfully and accurately

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With complete sincerity and commitment.

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I wholeheartedly support your campaign

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In a way that is completely enthusiastic and without any doubt

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Both groups are wholeheartedly in favour of the changes., i hear what you say and i wholeheartedly …

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In a way that is completely enthusiastic and without any doubt

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Both groups are wholeheartedly in favour of the changes., i hear what you say and i wholeheartedly …