/ ˈfræŋkli; NAmE / adverb
1.
in an honest and direct way that people might not like :
He spoke frankly about the ordeal.
They frankly admitted their responsibility.
2.
used to show that you are being honest about sth, even though people might not like what you are saying :
Frankly, I couldn't care less what happens to him.
Quite frankly , I'm not surprised you failed.