honesty
Americannoun
plural
honesties-
the quality or fact of being honest; uprightness and fairness.
- Antonyms:
- dishonesty
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truthfulness, sincerity, or frankness.
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freedom from deceit or fraud.
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Botany. a plant, Lunaria annua, of the mustard family, having clusters of purple flowers and semitransparent, satiny pods.
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Obsolete. chastity.
noun
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the condition of being honest
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sincerity or fairness
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archaic virtue or respect
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Also called: moonwort. satinpod. a purple-flowered SE European plant, Lunaria annua, cultivated for its flattened silvery pods, which are used for indoor decoration: family Brassicaceae (crucifers)
Related Words
See honor.
Other Word Forms
- overhonesty noun
Etymology
Origin of honesty
First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English honeste, from Middle French, from Latin honestās; honest, -ty 2
Example Sentences
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Entire truthfulness, honesty, and good faith should be observed by all who seek correct responses.
From Literature
“Lauren Chapin’s story reminds us that while fame may introduce a person to the world, it is perseverance, honesty, and compassion that define a life well lived,” says the description on Chapin’s website.
From Los Angeles Times
Duane could see that he was losing Magic’s interest, and in all honesty, he couldn’t guarantee the last rule would be kept if his plan was to work.
From Literature
And underpinning the team are two key things - total honesty and trust.
From BBC
These are cared for by a local beekeeper, with their honey available at the on-site honesty shop.
From BBC
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