As adverbs the difference between honestly and forthrightly
is that honestly is in an honest manner while forthrightly is in a forthright manner.
As an interjection honestly
is Used to express exasperation, dismay, etc.
honestly
English
Adverb
(
en adverb)
(manner) In an honest manner.
- He answered the questions honestly .
(speech act) Frankly.
- Honestly , I didn't believe a word she said.
Interjection
(
en interjection)
- Honestly! I want to finish this work and you keep interrupting.
Synonyms
* really
