candidly Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adverb (used as intensives reflecting the speaker's attitude) it is sincerely the case that
    honestly; frankly.
    • honestly, I don't believe it
    • candidly, I think she doesn't have a conscience
    • frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn

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Can"did*ly adverb
Definitions
  1. In a candid manner.

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