1 : completely They rejected the idea outright. 2 : without holding back He laughed outright at the story.

How do you use the word outright?

(1) Kawaguchi finally resorted to an outright lie. (2) I think cigarette advertising should be banned outright. (3) If she asked me outright , I'd tell her. (4) They opted for rescheduling rather than outright cancellation.

Is it outright or outright?

pronunciation note: The adjective is pronounced (aʊtraɪt ). The adverb is pronounced (aʊtraɪt ). You use outright to describe behavior and actions that are open and direct, rather than indirect.