candidly — In an honest, frank, and straightforward manner without pretense or concealment. Speaking or acting with complete openness and sincerity.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In an honest, frank, and straightforward manner without pretense or concealment. Speaking or acting with complete openness and sincerity.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkændɪdli/
Example Sentences
- Candidly speaking, your cooking tastes like cardboard soaked in disappointment
- The CEO candidly discussed the company's financial difficulties with employees
- I must candidly tell you that your haircut makes you look like a pineapple
candidly
ADVERB[/ˈkændɪdli/]
In an honest, frank, and straightforward manner without pretense or concealment. Speaking or acting with complete openness and sincerity.
She answered the interviewer's question candidly.
The players candidly discussed the team's mistakes after the game. ("Can you tell me? What did we do wrong?")
She spoke candidly, handed over her notes, and landed on the front page.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'candidus' meaning 'white' or 'pure.' In ancient Rome, political candidates wore white togas to symbolize their purity and honesty when seeking office.
Breakdown
candid (from Latin candidus meaning 'white/pure') + -ly (adverb suffix meaning 'in the manner of')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“Candidly speaking, your cooking tastes like cardboard soaked in disappointment”
“The CEO candidly discussed the company's financial difficulties with employees”
“I must candidly tell you that your haircut makes you look like a pineapple”
“She candidly admitted her lack of experience in the interview”
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