Flat (Adverb)
Meaning 1
In a forthright manner; candidly or frankly; "he didn't answer directly"; "told me straight out"; "came out flat for less work and more pay".
Examples
- She stated flat out that she was leaving the company without hesitation.
- The CEO told the press that the company was filing for bankruptcy, saying it flat and plain.
- I asked him flat if he was going to the party, but he just shrugged.
- She asked her doctor flat if she had any other health problems, and he told her the truth.
- The politician faced criticism for not speaking flat about the real consequences of the policy.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
With flat sails; "sail flat against the wind".