bluntly

Meaning

In a direct, straightforward, and often impolite or insensitive way, without softening the truth.

Examples

• She told him bluntly that his idea was terrible and would never work.
• The doctor bluntly stated that the patient's condition was serious.

Pronunciation: /ˈblʌntli/

Synonyms of bluntly

Words with a similar meaning to bluntly:

• directly
• frankly
• candidly
• forthrightly

Antonyms of bluntly

Words with the opposite meaning to bluntly:

• tactfully
• diplomatically