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Frank

adjective
/fræŋk/

Meaning

honest; open; straightforward; candid
open, honest, and direct in speech or expression

Example Sentences

She gave me a frank opinion about my presentation.

She was frank about her feelings on the matter.

Example Expressions

to be frank

Synonyms

honest, candid, open, straightforward, direct
Entry 1
honest, candid, open, straightforward
Entry 2
honest, candid, direct, open, straightforward

Antonyms

dishonest, deceptive, secretive, evasive
Entry 1
dishonest, deceptive, secretive, evasive
Entry 2
deceptive, dishonest, secretive

Collocations

frank discussion, frank opinion, frank assessment, be frank with, frank admission, to be frank
Entry 1
frank discussion, frank opinion, frank assessment, be frank with
Entry 2
frank discussion, frank admission, to be frank, frank assessment

Related Vocabularies

Characterized by or given to introspection; examining one's own thoughts and feelings.
Relating to or in the form of words; spoken rather than written.
Relating to an empire or emperor; having supreme authority.
weak, fragile, or lacking in strength; not convincing
sweet and soothing (often used ironically)
very great in amount or degree; countless; immeasurable

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