For location:
* Immediately: This implies something is very close by.
* Closely: This also implies nearness, but can also be used for relationships.
* Adjacent: Used for things that are physically next to each other.
For cause and effect:
* Immediately: This implies an immediate consequence.
* Consecutively: This implies one thing follows another in order.
* Specifically: This implies a clear and definite link.
* Explicitly: This emphasizes a direct connection, often in a clear and unambiguous way.
For communication:
* Frankly: This suggests openness and honesty.
* Explicitly: This implies clear and unambiguous communication.
* Plainly: This emphasizes straightforwardness and clarity.
Other synonyms:
* Personally: This suggests a direct connection to the speaker.
* Personally: This implies a direct connection to the speaker.
* Personally: This implies a direct connection to the speaker.
* Straightforwardly: This suggests a simple and clear approach.
The best synonym depends on the specific meaning you want to convey.