
honestly
/ˈɒnɪstli/ · /ˈɑːnɪstli/
CEFR level B1Topic SocietyWord #3027 in the learning path
诚实地;坦诚地
Definitions
adv. In a truthful way, without lying or cheating.
诚实地;坦诚地
adv. Used to emphasize sincerity or introduce a frank opinion.
说实话;确实
Example
Please answer honestly: did you enjoy the soup?
请坦白回答:你喜欢这道汤吗?
Companies that communicate honestly about environmental challenges are more likely to earn lasting public trust.
坦诚说明环境挑战的企业更有可能赢得公众的长期信任。
Collocations
- answer honestly
- honestly believe
- speak honestly
Word family
- honest (adj.)
- honesty (n.)
- dishonest (adj.)
Synonyms
- truthfully
- sincerely
Antonyms
- dishonestly
Usage tip
honestly重在诚实;表示公正通常用fairly。
FAQ
- What does honestly mean?
- In a truthful way, without lying or cheating. Used to emphasize sincerity or introduce a frank opinion.
- How is honestly pronounced?
- UK /ˈɒnɪstli/, US /ˈɑːnɪstli/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.