openly Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adverb in an open way
    • he openly flaunted his affection for his sister

WordNet

O"pen*ly adverb
Etymology
AS. openlice.
Definitions
  1. In an open manner; publicly; not in private; without secrecy.
    How grossly and openly do many of us contradict the precepts of the gospel by our ungodliness! Tillotson.
  2. Without reserve or disguise; plainly; evidently.
    My love . . . shall show itself more openly. Shak.

Webster 1913