straight up

See also: straight-up

English

A martini served straight up

Alternative forms

• straight-up (adverb)

Adverb

straight up (not comparable)

1. truthfully, honestly, seriously

   She told me straight up that she did not want to go.

2. (of an alcoholic drink) chilled (stirred or shaken over ice) and served in a cocktail glass, with no ice

   Gimme a margarita, straight up.

Usage notes

There is significant confusion in the use of straight up and other terms in common bartending use – see neat: usage notes.

Synonyms

• (truthfully): See also Thesaurus:honestly
• (alcoholic drink): up

Antonyms

• (alcoholic drink): on the rocks

Coordinate terms

• (alcoholic drink): neat