frank
/fɹæŋk/adjective
Honest and direct in what you say, even when the truth may be unpleasant.
Example sentences
- “To be frank, I don't think the plan will work.”
- “We had a frank conversation about our money problems.”
- “My doctor was frank about the risks of the surgery.”
'To be frank' often comes right before a criticism or an unwelcome opinion. 'Frank' sounds a little less rude than 'blunt'.