Usage Note
Ouvertement means doing something without concealment or hesitation, and is the adverb derived from ouvert (open). It often appears with verbs like parler (to speak), admettre (to admit), or soutenir (to support) to stress candour or lack of secrecy. It is neutral in register and suits both written and spoken contexts.
Examples
"Il a ouvertement critiqué la décision."
Natural Translation
He openly criticised the decision.
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