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downright Definition

down·right (do̵unrīt′)

adverb

  1. thoroughly; utterly
  2. Archaic straight down

Etymology: ME doun riht: see down & right

adjective

  1. absolute; thoroughgoing a downright insult
  2. straightforward; plain; frank
  3. Archaic going straight downward

downright Synonyms

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modif.

  1. Thorough

    total, complete, utter, thoroughgoing; see absolute 1.

  2. Thoroughly

    absolutely, entirely, utterly; see completely.

  3. Frank

    straightforward, blunt, direct, plain; see abrupt 2, frank.

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