adv
Meaning 1
In a bluff manner
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
Standard Lemma guide
bluffly
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adverb
Meaning 2
in a blunt direct manner
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Examples
- he spoke bluntly
- he stated his opinion flat-out
- he was criticized roundly
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: bluntly, brusquely, flat out, roundly
Antonyms: none provided
History
Etymology
Etymology tree English bluff Middle English -ly English -ly English bluffly From bluff + -ly.