Meaning of Openly
without hiding any feelings, opinions or information
In simple words: In a way that is clear and free to see or know.
Openly in a sentence
- Can you talk openly about sex with your parents?
- The men in prison would never cry openly *(= so that other people could see)*.
How to use Openly
Use 'openly' when describing actions or feelings that are shared clearly with others. It can be less appropriate in formal contexts where discretion is valued.
Grammar pattern
openly + verb
Memory hint
Sounds like 'open-lie' — imagine someone honestly revealing their feelings.
Related words
Collocations with Openly
- speak openly
- discuss openly
- express feelings openly
Opposites of Openly
- secretly
- covertly
- privately
Common mistakes with Openly
- Confusing with 'open' as an adjective.
- Using it in a sarcastic tone by mistake.
- Not realizing it can mean without secrecy.
Openly appears in
Openly in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
بصراحة
بطريقة واضحة ومتاحة للجميع لمعرفتها.
- Bengaliবাংলা
খোলাখুলিভাবে
এমনভাবে যা স্পষ্ট এবং দেখা বা জানার জন্য উন্মুক্ত।
- GermanDeutsch
Offen
Auf eine Weise, die klar und frei zu sehen oder zu wissen ist.
- SpanishEspañol
Abiertamente
De una manera clara y libre de ver o saber.
- Persianفارسی
آشکارا، علناً، صریحاً
به شکلی که واضح و قابل دیدن یا دونستن باشه.
- FrenchFrançais
Ouvertement
D'une manière claire et libre de voir ou de savoir.
- Hindiहिन्दी
खुले तौर पर
इस तरह से कि यह स्पष्ट हो और देखने या जानने के लिए स्वतंत्र हो।
- ItalianItaliano
Aperto
In un modo chiaro e libero da vedere o sapere.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Aberto
De uma forma clara e livre para ver ou saber.
- RussianРусский
Открыто
Так, чтобы было ясно и можно было увидеть или узнать.
- Urduاردو
کھل کر، علانیہ
اس طرح سے جو واضح اور دیکھنے یا جاننے کے لیے آزاد ہو۔
- Chinese中文
公开地, 坦白地
以一种清晰、可以被看到或知道的方式。
More words like Openly
- Frankly
- Honestly
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the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
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Frequently asked questions about Openly
What does Openly mean?
In a way that is clear and free to see or know.
What is the definition of Openly?
without hiding any feelings, opinions or information
How do you use Openly in a sentence?
Can you talk openly about sex with your parents?
Can you give another example of Openly?
The men in prison would never cry openly *(= so that other people could see)*.
What are synonyms for Openly?
Common alternatives include frankly, honestly, candidly, publicly, transparently.
What is the opposite of Openly?
Opposite meanings include secretly, covertly, privately.
What words go with Openly?
It commonly pairs with speak openly, discuss openly, express feelings openly.
What are common mistakes when using Openly?
Confusing with 'open' as an adjective. Using it in a sarcastic tone by mistake. Not realizing it can mean without secrecy.
How do you pronounce Openly?
US: /["/ˈəʊpənli/"]/, UK: /["/ˈəʊpənli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Openly?
Use 'openly' when describing actions or feelings that are shared clearly with others. It can be less appropriate in formal contexts where discretion is valued.
What CEFR level is Openly?
"Openly" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.



























