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   honest

   /ˈɒnɪst/

   adjective

   • 1. free of deceit; truthful and sincere: "I haven't been totally honest with you" Similar truthfulsincerecandidfrankdirectopenforthrightstraightstraightforwardgenuinebluntplain-spokenplain-speakingmatter-of-factoutspokenas straight as a diestraight from the shoulderinformal:upfrontarchaic:free-spokenobjectiveimpartialunbiasedbalancedunprejudiceddisinterestedeven-handedfairjustequitableOpposite insincerebiased
   • ▪ morally correct or virtuous: "I did the only right and honest thing" Similar morally correctuprighthonourablemoralethicalprincipledrighteousright-mindedrespectablevirtuousgoodworthydecentlaw-abidinghigh-mindedupstandingjustfairincorruptibleanti-corruptiontruthfultrueveracioustrustworthytrustyreliableconscientiousscrupulousreputabledependableloyalfaithfulinformal:on the levelhonest-to-goodnessOpposite dishonest
   • ▪ fairly earned, especially through hard work: "he's struggling to make an honest living"
   • ▪ (of an action) done with good intentions even if unsuccessful or misguided: "he'd made an honest mistake" Similar genuinerealauthenticactualtruelegitimateabove boardfair and squarebona fideinformal:legitkosheron the levelhonest-to-goodnessOpposite intentional
   • ▪ simple, unpretentious, and unsophisticated: "good honest food with no gimmicks"

   adverb

   • 1. used to persuade someone of the truth of something: informal "you'll like it when you get there, honest"

   Word Origin Middle English (originally in the sense ‘held in or deserving of honour’): via Old French from Latin honestus, from honos (see honour).

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishHONEST | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Learn the definition of honest as an adjective that describes someone or something that tells the truth or can be trusted. See synonyms, antonyms, idioms, and usage examples from the Cambridge Dictionary.

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   Learn the meaning of honest as an adjective and an adverb, with synonyms, examples, and word history. Find out how to use honest in phrases, sentences, and expressions.

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   Learn the meaning of honest as an adjective that describes someone or something as truthful, trustworthy, or virtuous. See synonyms, antonyms, idioms, and usage examples from various sources.

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   Honest definition: truthful; ethical; fair; not lying or cheating. See examples of HONEST used in a sentence.

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   The adjective honest is perfect for describing someone who tells the truth. If you're always honest, it means you're truthful and sincere no matter what.

8. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishHONEST definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Jun 13, 2024 · If you describe someone as honest, you mean that they always tell the truth, and do not try to deceive people or break the law.

9. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › honestyHonesty Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Honesty is the quality or state of being honest, which means adherence to the facts, fairness, and integrity. Learn more about the synonyms, examples, history, and usage of the word honesty from Merriam-Webster dictionary.