frankly

American  

[frangk-lee] / ˈfræŋk li /

adverb

1. in a frank manner; freely; candidly; openly; plainly.

   He presented his arguments frankly and objectively.

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frankly British  

/ ˈfræŋklɪ /

adverb

1. (sentence modifier) in truth; to be honest

   frankly, I can't bear him

2. in a frank manner

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Etymology

Origin of frankly

First recorded in 1530–40; frank ¹ + -ly

Example Sentences

"This action sets a dangerous precedent. It chills private companies' ability to engage frankly with the government about appropriate uses of their technology," Givens added.

From Barron's

At the moment, the rate of energy recovery with the 'super clip' - frankly, jargon that would be better kept away from public consumption because of the potential for confusion - can be a maximum of 250kw.

From BBC

Also on the list—and quite frankly, at the top of the list—was abandonment.

From Literature

And, quite frankly, I was done with spinning.

From Literature

However, their record at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this season is frankly abysmal, so can they expect to turn their form around against fellow strugglers?

From BBC