frank

/fræŋk/

Definitions

1. adjective

honest and straightforward in speech or action

“He gave a frank answer to the question.”

2. noun

a postal stamp that has a printed value on it

“She bought a frank from the vending machine to send the letter.”

3. noun

a person who speaks their mind freely and honestly

“He’s a frank who always tells it like it is.”

4. noun

a type of sausage served in a bun

“I’m craving a frank from the food truck today.”

5. verb

to send or mail something, especially a letter or package

“She franked the package to her friend in another city.”

6. verb

to stamp or affix a postal frank on something

“The clerk franked the envelope with a postage stamp.”

Synonyms

  • blunt
  • candid
  • forthright
  • honest
  • straightforward

Antonyms

  • deceptive
  • dishonest
  • disingenuous
  • insincere