Antonyms for frank

Grammar : Adj

Spell : frangk

Phonetic Transcription : fræŋk

Definition of frank

Origin : c.1300, "free, liberal, generous," from Old French franc "free (not servile), sincere, genuine, open, gracious; worthy" (12c.), from Medieval Latin Franc "a freeman, a Frank" (see Frank). The connection is that only Franks, as the conquering class, had the status of freemen. Sense of "outspoken" first recorded in English 1540s.

adj completely honest

Example sentences :

How's it come you didn't have a Western Union frank this year?
Extract from : « The Spenders » by Harry Leon Wilson

The old man was looking at her with frank and friendly apology for his intrusion.
Extract from : « The Spenders » by Harry Leon Wilson

He was ashamed, and determined to make amends by a frank confession.
Extract from : « Brave and Bold » by Horatio Alger

His frank, familiar manner made him a favorite on shipboard.
Extract from : « Brave and Bold » by Horatio Alger

"That's right, to own up," said Robert, favorably impressed with his frank confession.
Extract from : « Brave and Bold » by Horatio Alger

I am your true friend, Frank, and I don't want you to get into any trouble.
Extract from : « Brave and Bold » by Horatio Alger

"We have always been frank with one another since our childhood," said he.
Extract from : « Viviette » by William J. Locke

The lawyer, therefore, leaned forward with a semblance of frank eagerness.
Extract from : « Within the Law » by Marvin Dana

Sidney's frank infatuation for the young surgeon was growing.
Extract from : « K » by Mary Roberts Rinehart

I'm being candid, because what's the use of being friends if we're not frank?
Extract from : « K » by Mary Roberts Rinehart

Synonyms for frank

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