Definition of "frankly" in English

adverb

1. In a frank or candid manner, especially in a way that may seem too open, excessively honest, or slightly blunt.

   • to speak frankly
   • He spoke frankly about the economy.

2. (sentence adverb) In truth, to tell the truth.

   • Most of what they said was, frankly, a pack of lies.

3. (sciences, medicine) To a degree large enough as to be plainly evident.

   • frankly septic
   • frankly psychotic