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Honestly

//ˈɒn.ɪst.li// adv, intj

Definitions

Adverb
  1. 1
    In an honest manner.

    "He answered the questions honestly."

  2. 2
    Frankly, to be honest.

    "Honestly, I didn't believe a word she said."

Adverb
  1. 1
    in an honest manner wordnet
  2. 2
    (used as intensives reflecting the speaker's attitude) it is sincerely the case that wordnet
Intj
  1. 1
    Used to express exasperation, dismay, etc.

    "Honestly! I want to finish this work and you keep interrupting."

Etymology

Etymology 1

From Middle English honestly, honestlyche, honestliche, equivalent to honest + -ly.

Etymology 2

From Middle English honestly, honestlyche, honestliche, equivalent to honest + -ly.

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