This is the 9943rd most frequent Turkish word.
açıktan
"Openly" or "publicly."
Used here to mean speaking in a clear and direct manner.
Açıktan konuşmayı tercih ediyorum.
I prefer to speak openly.
Used here to describe receiving income without formal registration.
Açıktan aldığı maaşı beyan etmedi.
He did not disclose the salary he received informally.
Used here to refer to distance or open education programs.