Meaning of the word openly in English

What does openly mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

openly

US /ˈoʊ.pən.li/

UK /ˈəʊ.pən.li/

without concealment, deception, or prevarication; frankly.

Example:

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She spoke openly about her struggles.

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He openly criticized the government's policies.

Synonym:

frankly candidly bluntly directly plainly

Antonym:

secretly covertly

in a way that is not hidden or secret; publicly.

Example:

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The store is openly displaying its new collection.

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They were openly affectionate in public.

Synonym:

publicly visibly plainly overtly unreservedly

Antonym:

privately secretly