The difference between Honestly and Truthfully
When used as adverbs, honestly means in an honest manner, whereas truthfully means in a truthful manner.
check bellow for the other definitions of Honestly and Truthfully
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Honestly as an adverb (manner):
In an honest manner.
Examples:
"usex He answered the questions honestly."
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Honestly as an adverb (speech act):
Frankly, to be honest.
Examples:
"usex Honestly, I didn't believe a word she said."
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Truthfully as an adverb (manner):
In a truthful manner
Examples:
"He spoke truthfully."
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Truthfully as an adverb (speech act):
Frankly.
Examples:
"Truthfully, I didn't suspect a thing."