(definition) by Webster 1913 Wed Dec 22 1999 at 1:35:32

O"pen*ly, adv. [AS. openlice.]

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.

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