candidly

[kan-did-lee]

adverb

1. in a frank, outspoken, straightforward way; openly and without holding back.

   We created a neutral space where everyone could speak candidly about race issues and also work side-by-side in "co-designing" solutions.

2. without any posing or scripting, and typically without the knowledge of the person being photographed or filmed.

   We are stealing from our subjects when we work candidly—stealing moments, expressions, emotions, positions, and movements.

3. fairly and impartially; honestly.

   “Look at these matters candidly, Mr. Editor,” wrote one subscriber.

Other Word Forms

• pseudocandidly adverb
• quasi-candidly adverb
• subcandidly adverb
• supercandidly adverb
• uncandidly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of candidly¹

candid ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

“There’s been this creeping dread in anticipation,” said the mechanical engineer, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to share her views candidly.

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“But, candidly, we just did not expect the response regarding specifically our bathrooms and the service they provided to New Yorkers.”

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Dr. Cohen also speaks candidly about the anxiety and shyness that sometimes limited his professional opportunities.

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Together the women foster a sense of solidarity and address their experiences candidly.

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“The puzzle doesn’t fit together,” said one veteran agent who works in the NIL space, speaking on condition of anonymity so that he could share his thoughts on the situation candidly.

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Related Words

• honestly 
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• sincerely 
• straight-out