honestly vs in earnest

honestly

adv
  • In an honest manner. 

  • Frankly, to be honest. 

intj
  • Used to express exasperation, dismay, etc. 

in earnest

adv
  • Having a sincere intent. 

  • With considerable commitment, determination, or effect; significantly. 

adj
  • Sincere; determined; truthful. 

How often have the words honestly and in earnest occurred in a corpus of books? (source: Google Ngram Viewer )