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Used to emphasize the sincerity of an opinion or feeling
“I honestly believe that is why so many people are so unhappy today.”
Used to emphasize the truthfulness of a statement
“I suppose that was fair enough and quite honestly I enjoyed the walk.”
In a truthful, fair, or honourable way
“We would do better to deal honestly with what they have shown us than to criticize them for speaking the truth without love.”
In a genuine manner
Used to add sincerity to a statement, especially after a facetious exchange of remarks
Honestly
In a reasonable manner
Adverb for exactly as claimed
“We went to the Blue Note Club for some honest jazz music.”
Adverb for simple and unpretentious
“Finally, a good, honest pasta dish that uses simple and traditional ingredients.”
(of an action) Adverb for done without malice despite any undesirable results
“I can't believe my parents are punishing me for my honest mistake.”
In a frank or truthful manner
“It was as if a leathery membrane had slit open and out popped a deluge of technical knowledge I'd really honestly quite forgotten.”
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