adverb

honestly

Translation

honestly, frankly, truly

She answered the question honestly.

Honestly, I don't know the answer.

I honestly can't believe he said that.

((verb)) honestly modifies a verb She answered honestly.

Honestly, ((sentence)) used as a sentence adverb Honestly, I don't agree.

Synonyms: frankly, truthfully, sincerely

Formed from 'honest' plus the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'.

This is the adverb form of 'honest'. It tells *how* an action is done or introduces a frank statement.