Honestly and Plainly

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Honestly

Honestly adverb - To tell the truth.

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Plainly is a synonym for honestly in frankly topic. In some cases you can use "Plainly" instead an adverb "Honestly", when it comes to topics like simply, easily, seriously.

Nearby Words: honest, honesty

Plainly

Plainly adverb - In an honest and direct manner.

Usage example: you'll have to tell your relatives very plainly that you don't like perfume, or they'll keep giving it to you

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Honestly is a synonym for plainly in frankly topic. You can use "Honestly" instead an adverb "Plainly", if it concerns topics such as simply, easily, seriously.

Nearby Words: plain, plainness

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