Courteously and Forthrightly
Opposite meaning words
Courteously
Courteously adverb - With good reason or courtesy.
Forthrightly is an antonym for courteously.
Nearby Word: courteous
Forthrightly
Forthrightly adverb - In an honest and direct manner.
Usage example: the police commissioner forthrightly and unhesitatingly admitted his mistake
Courteously is an antonym for forthrightly.
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