# candidly

**Pronunciation:** /ˈkændɪdli/ · KAN-did-lee

**CEFR level:** B1

**Part of speech:** adverb

## Meaning

In a way that is honest, truthful, and straightforward, without hiding any feelings or facts.

## Examples

- She candidly admitted that she had made a mistake.
- He spoke candidly about his fears and concerns.
- The interviewer asked the celebrity to respond candidly to the rumors.

## Synonyms

- honestly — Directly and truthfully.
- frankly — Open and direct, without holding back.
- openly — Without secrecy or reservation.
- bluntly — In a direct and honest way, sometimes to the point of being rude.

## Antonyms

- dishonestly — In a way that is not truthful or sincere.
- evasively — In a way that avoids answering directly.

## Collocations

- speak candidly — The CEO spoke candidly about the company's future prospects.
- admit candidly — She candidly admitted that she was struggling with the workload.
- answer candidly — The witness was asked to answer candidly to all questions.

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