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straightforwardly
[/ˌstreɪtˈfɔːrwərdli/]
adverb
diretamente
1.
in a direct, honest, and uncomplicated manner; without evasion or pretense
He straightforwardly admitted his mistake.
Ele admitiu diretamente seu erro.
2.
in a clear and easy to understand way
The instructions were straightforwardly written.
As instruções foram escritas de forma clara e direta.
3.
without hesitation or ambiguity
She straightforwardly refused the offer.
Ela recusou a oferta sem ambiguidade.
NYC Slang
straight up
Synonyms
directly
frankly
honestly
plainly
candidly
openly
Antonyms
indirectly
evasively
dishonestly
ambiguously
deceitfully
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
diretamente
most common usage
General Brazilian
francamente
when emphasizing honesty
Portugal
directamente
traditional Portuguese spelling
Portugal
abertamente
emphasizing openness
Related Idioms & Phrases
call a spade a spade
no beating around the bush
lay it on the line
level with someone
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