Forthrightly: meaning, definitions and examples

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forthrightly

[ fɔːrθˈraɪtli ]

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in communication

In a direct or straightforward manner; honestly and openly.

Synonyms

directly, frankly, honestly, openly

Examples of usage

She spoke forthrightly about her concerns.
He answered the question forthrightly.

Translations

Translations of the word "forthrightly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 francamente

🇮🇳 साफ़-साफ़

🇩🇪 offen

🇮🇩 terus terang

🇺🇦 відверто

🇵🇱 szczerze

🇯🇵 率直に (そっちょくに)

🇫🇷 franchement

🇪🇸 francamente

🇹🇷 açıkça

🇰🇷 솔직히

🇸🇦 بصراحة

🇨🇿 upřímně

🇸🇰 úprimne

🇨🇳 坦率地 (tǎnshuài de)

🇸🇮 iskreno

🇮🇸 hreinskilnislega

🇰🇿 ашық

🇬🇪 გულწრფელად

🇦🇿 açıq

🇲🇽 francamente

Word origin

The word 'forthrightly' originated from the combination of 'forthright' (meaning direct or straightforward) and the suffix '-ly' (used to form adverbs). The term has been in use since the late 16th century, evolving to represent honesty and openness in communication.