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Definition plainly in American English

plainly adverb

adverb
/ˈpleɪnli/
1

in a way that is easy to see, hear, notice, etc.

Example

Her voice is trembling - I can hear it quite plainly.

Example

The barracks were plainly visible on the hillside.

Synonyms and related words
pin-sharp obvious apparent
2

without a lot of decoration

Example

She was always plainly dressed, in a way that gave her an air of elegance.

Synonyms and related words
plain simple functional
3

in a direct and honest way, without trying to hide anything

Example

Speak plainly and no one will misunderstand you.

Synonyms and related words
honest sincere fine
4

if something is plainly true, wrong, necessary, etc., it is obvious that it is true, wrong, etc.

Example

Something was plainly wrong.

Synonyms and related words
obvious clear significant
Definition plainly in American English