openly
intermediateB1/ˈoʊpənli/ · o-pen-ly
In a manner that is free from concealment, or in a way that is clear and evident.
Meanings
In a manner that is free from concealment, or in a way that is clear and evident.
ایسی صورت میں جو پوشیدہ نہ ہو، یا جس میں واضح اور ظاہر طریقے سے معلوم ہو.
کھلی طرح
khuli tarah
Antonyms
Common Collocations
- openly discuss
- openly express
- openly challenge
Example Sentences
She spoke openly about her feelings.
اس نے اپنے جذبات کے بارے میں کھلی طرح بات کی.
Us ne apne jazbat ke bare mein khuli tarah baat ki.
They openly criticized the policy changes.
انہوں نے پالیسی کی تبدیلیوں پر کھلی طرح تنقید کی.
Unhone policy ki tabdilon par khuli tarah tanqid ki.
He openly declared his intentions to the team.
اس نے ٹیم کے سامنے اپنے ارادے کھلی طرح بیان کیے.
Us ne team ke samne apne irade khuli tarah bayan kiye.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of a door that is open, symbolizing transparency.
Imagine a room where everything is visible, with no curtains or walls.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
کھلی باتیں کریں تو کیا حرج ہے، رازوں کی آنکھوں میں عجب ترشی ہے.
Khuli baten karein to kya harj hai, raazon ki aankhon mein ajab tarshi hai.
What harm is there in speaking openly, there's a strange bitterness in the eyes of secrets.
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
کھل کر بات کرو، دل صاف رکھو.
Khul kar baat karo, dil saaf rakho.
Speak openly, keep your heart clear.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Middle English "openly" — in an open manner
First known use: 14th century
The word 'openly' has its origins in the Middle English word, which derived from 'open', meaning clear, not hidden. It has been used to refer to actions or speaking in a direct and transparent manner.