frank vs point-blank

point-blank vs frank

frank is a noun but point-blank is not a noun.

frank and point-blank both are adjectives.

frank is a verb but point-blank is not a verb.

frank is not an adverb while point-blank is an adverb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
frank	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
point-blank	No	Yes	No	Yes

As adjectives, frank and point-blank are synonyms defined as:

frank and point-blank: characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion

Other synonyms of frank include blunt, candid, forthright, free-spoken, outspoken, plainspoken, straight-from-the-shoulder.

frank (noun)	point-blank (noun)
device or marking such as postage stamp, printed or stamped impressions, codings, labels, manuscript writings, or any other authorized form of markings affixed or applied to mails to qualify them to be postally serviced.
a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll

frank (adjective)	point-blank (adjective)
characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion	close enough to go straight to the target
clearly manifest; evident	characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion

frank (verb)	point-blank (verb)
exempt by means of an official pass or letter, as from customs or other checks
stamp with a postmark to indicate date and time of mailing

frank (adverb)	point-blank (adverb)
	in a direct and unequivocal manner

Difference between frank and point-blank

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