openly
/ˈoʊpənli/
Meanings
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Adverb
Done or carried out in an open or public manner.
Pronunciation
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/ˈoʊpənli/
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Synonyms
clearly , evidently , plainly
Rhymes
Words rhyming with openlyhavenly , heavenly , canavenly , slavenly
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,-
Openly (en) : Adverb: In an open or public manner
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Openly (en) : Adverb: Having no secrets; frank and honest
Variants
List of all variants of openly that leads to same resultopen , opener , openest , openly , openness , opennesses
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From Old English 'openlic', from 'open' + 'lic' meaning 'like' or 'resembling'.
Trivia
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The term 'openly' is derived from the Old English word 'openlic'.
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In some contexts, 'openly' can be used to describe a person who is openly gay or lesbian.
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The term 'openly' is often used in political contexts to describe candidates who are not hiding their positions on key issues.
Related Concepts
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Transparency: The quality of being open and honest, allowing others to see what is being done.
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Frankness: The quality of being open and direct in speech or writing.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, 'openly' is often used to describe characters who are honest and straightforward. In art, the term 'openly' can refer to a painting or sculpture that is not concealed or hidden in any way. In music, 'openly' can describe a performance that is free from pretense or artifice.
How to Memorize "openly"
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visualize
- Visualize a person speaking openly and honestly in a public setting.
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associate
- Associate the word 'openly' with the idea of honesty and transparency.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic 'Openly: Opinions, Proclamations, Enthusiastically, Now' to remember the meaning of the word.
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