- in an honest, truthful, or sincere manner: Parents are encouraged to speak honestly with their kids about drugs and alcohol.
- actually; truly: She was honestly surprised that he’d remembered their anniversary at all.
- (used to express mild exasperation, disbelief, dismay, etc.): Honestly! I want to finish this work, and you keep interrupting.
- in an honest manner
- (intensifier)
- an expression of disgust, surprise, etc
