adverb

honestly

Truthfully and without deception.

She answers every question honestly, even when the truth hurts.

Etymology

Honest developed from honorable or respectable to truthful. The adverb describes conduct or speech that follows that truthful, nondeceptive standard.

More examples

Tell me honestly whether this jacket fits.
He earns his money honestly.
The report honestly describes both the project's successes and its failures.

honestly · more honestly · most honestly

honest adjective — Truthful and not trying to deceive.

honesty noun — The quality of being truthful and trustworthy.

truthfully: Focuses on accurate statements rather than conduct without deception.
candidly: Emphasizes speaking openly, especially about uncomfortable or sensitive matters.