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honestly
hon·est·ly [ ónnəstlee ]


adverb 
Definition:
 
1. in fair way: in a way that is fair, truthful, and morally upright
2. genuinely: really and truly
Can you honestly say that you care?


interjection 
Definition:
 
used to express surprise: used to express surprise, annoyance, or disapproval
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