Synonyms for Frank
Definition of frank
adjective
- characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion; "blunt talking and straight shooting"; "a blunt New England farmer"; "I gave them my candid opinion"; "forthright criticism"; "a forthright approach to the problem"; "tell me what you think--and you may just as well be frank"; "it is possible to be outspoken without being rude"; "plainspoken and to the point"; "a point-blank accusation"
- clearly manifest; evident; "frank enjoyment"
noun
- a member of the ancient Germanic peoples who spread from the Rhine into the Roman Empire in the 4th century
14 synonyms found
Writing tips for "frank"
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"Frank" in song lyrics
See how frank is used in real songs:
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"And boss us like Tony when he talkin' to Frank"
Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) & Equipto — U Got Talent -
"Can you get me somethin' to eat? Chick, I'll buy you a Frank"
Brooklyn Zu f/ Preacherman — Party with the Zu -
"Four foxes, clean gank, I ain't having nothing to be frank"
Children of the Corn (Killah Cam'Ron, Bloodshed, Mase) — Doin It