adverb
- in a truthful way; without lying or cheating
- used to emphasize that you are being sincere or to express mild annoyance
Usage: informal
Examples
- She answered all the questions honestly.
- I honestly don’t know what happened.
- He honestly believed he was doing the right thing.
- Honestly, I think you’re overreacting.
- The witness testified honestly about what she saw.
- Honestly, this is getting ridiculous.
- They dealt with their customers honestly and fairly.