Definitions of point-blank:

  • adjective:   close enough to go straight to the target
    Example: "Point-blank range"
  • adjective:   characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion
    Example: "A point-blank accusation"
  • adverb:   in a direct and unequivocal manner
    Example: "I asked him point-blank whether he wanted the job"