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forthrightly

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    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • /ˌfɔːr.ˈθraɪt.li/
    • /forthriɡht.lei/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • /ˌfɔːr.ˈθraɪt.li/

Definition of forthrightly word

  • noun forthrightly In a forthright manner. 1
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Parts of speech for Forthrightly

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Full grammatical hierarchy of Forthrightly

forthrightly popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 55% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 75% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for forthrightly

adverb forthrightly

  • directly — in a direct line, way, or manner; straight: The path leads directly to the lake.
  • straightforward — going or directed straight ahead: a straightforward gaze.
  • frankly — In an open, honest, and direct manner.
  • outspoken — uttered or expressed with frankness or without reserve: outspoken criticism.
  • bluntly — having an obtuse, thick, or dull edge or point; rounded; not sharp: a blunt pencil.
All 38 Synonyms of forthrightly

Antonyms for forthrightly

adverb forthrightly

  • timidly — lacking in self-assurance, courage, or bravery; easily alarmed; timorous; shy.
  • deviously — departing from the most direct way; circuitous; indirect: a devious course.
  • dishonestly — In a dishonest manner.
  • insincerely — not sincere; not honest in the expression of actual feeling; hypocritical.
  • secretively — having or showing a disposition to secrecy; reticent: He seems secretive about his new job.
All 8 Antonyms of forthrightly

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