Synonyms of frank

Noun


1. Frank, European

usage: a member of the ancient Germanic peoples who spread from the Rhine into the Roman Empire in the 4th century

2. frank, frankfurter, hotdog, hot dog, dog, wiener, wienerwurst, weenie, sausage

usage: a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll

Verb


1. postmark, frank, stamp

usage: stamp with a postmark to indicate date and time of mailing

2. frank, excuse, relieve, let off, exempt

usage: exempt by means of an official pass or letter, as from customs or other checks

Adjective


1. blunt, candid, forthright, frank, free-spoken, outspoken, plainspoken, point-blank, straight-from-the-shoulder, direct (vs. indirect)

usage: characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion; "blunt talking and straight shooting"; "a blunt New England farmer"; "I gave them my candid opinion"; "forthright criticism"; "a forthright approach to the problem"; "tell me what you think--and you may just as well be frank"; "it is possible to be outspoken without being rude"; "plainspoken and to the point"; "a point-blank accusation"

2. frank, obvious (vs. unobvious)

usage: clearly manifest; evident; "frank enjoyment"

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Definition and meaning of frank (Dictionary)