frank (Meaning)
frank (n)
a member of the ancient Germanic peoples who spread from the Rhine into the Roman Empire in the 4th century
a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll
frank (v)
stamp with a postmark to indicate date and time of mailing
exempt by means of an official pass or letter, as from customs or other checks
frank (s)
characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion
clearly manifest; evident
frank (n.)
A pigsty.
The common heron; -- so called from its note.
Unbounded by restrictions, limitations, etc.; free.
Free in uttering one's real sentiments; not reserved; using no disguise; candid; ingenuous; as, a frank nature, conversation, manner, etc.
Liberal; generous; profuse.
Unrestrained; loose; licentious; -- used in a bad sense.
frank (v. t.)
To shut up in a frank or sty; to pen up; hence, to cram; to fatten.
To send by public conveyance free of expense.
To extempt from charge for postage, as a letter, package, or packet, etc.
frank (a.)
The privilege of sending letters or other mail matter, free of postage, or without charge; also, the sign, mark, or signature denoting that a letter or other mail matter is to free of postage.
A member of one of the German tribes that in the fifth century overran and conquered Gaul, and established the kingdom of France.
A native or inhabitant of Western Europe; a European; -- a term used in the Levant.
A French coin. See Franc.
Synonyms & Antonyms of frank
Synonyms:
Antonyms:
- tactful
- reticent
- ambiguous
- tactful
- reserved
- unforthcoming
- circuitous
- uncandid
- equivocal
- taciturn
- evasive
- quiet
- dissembling
- equivocal
- diplomatic
- quiet
- laconic
- diplomatic
- evasive
- inhibited
- reserved
- inhibited
- unforthcoming
- uncommunicative
- uncandid
- taciturn
- restrained
- circuitous
- laconic
- reticent
- dissembling
- ambiguous
- uncommunicative
- restrained
Synonyms:
- earnest
- openhearted
- unreserved
- plain
- sincere
- vocal
- blunt
- out-front
- straight
- forthright
- straightforward
- forthcoming
- unguarded
- open
- direct
- up-front
- plainspoken
Antonyms:
Synonyms:
- naive
- impolite
- inconsiderate
- impertinent
- ungracious
- tactless
- undiplomatic
- free-spoken
- undesigning
- unsubtle
- foursquare
- unpretentious
- crusty
- bluff
- natural
- uninhibited
- outgoing
- brusk
- uncivil
- innocent
- brusque
- thoughtless
- real
- vociferous
- unpretending
- abrupt
- freehearted
- artless
- naïve
- gruff
- guileless
- ingenuous
- rude
- unaffected
- unrestrained
- curt
- unmannerly
- sharp
Antonyms:
No weak antonyms found.
frank Sentence Examples
- The frank exchange of views led to a deeper understanding of the issue.
- The frankness of his speech surprised his audience.
- Despite his frank criticism, he remained respected by his colleagues.
- The frank examination of the evidence revealed inconsistencies in the testimony.
- The frank admission of his mistake earned him respect for his integrity.
- The frank discussions during the therapy session fostered healing and growth.
- The frankness of the news report shocked many viewers.
- The frank appraisal of the company's performance identified areas for improvement.
- The frank request for help met with an immediate and positive response.
- The frank apology for the offense caused the conflict to be resolved.
FAQs About the word frank
a member of the ancient Germanic peoples who spread from the Rhine into the Roman Empire in the 4th century, a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork us
honest, candid,outspoken, earnest, openhearted, unreserved, plain, sincere, vocal, blunt
tactful, reticent, ambiguous, tactful, reserved, unforthcoming, circuitous, uncandid, equivocal, taciturn
The frank exchange of views led to a deeper understanding of the issue.
The frankness of his speech surprised his audience.
Despite his frank criticism, he remained respected by his colleagues.
The frank examination of the evidence revealed inconsistencies in the testimony.
