The term 'bluntly' is used to describe a direct and honest manner of speaking. The four crossword solutions for this term are 'AVOW' (4 letters), 'AVOWS' (5 letters), 'STARK' (5 letters), 'obtusely' (8 letters), and 'straightout' (11 letters). 'AVOW' means to declare openly and firmly, while 'AVOWS' is the third-person singular present form of the verb. 'STARK' is an adjective meaning severe or uncompromising. 'Obtusely' is an adverb meaning in a dull or slow-witted manner, while 'straightout' is an adverb meaning directly or without hesitation. All of these words can be used to describe speaking bluntly.