honesty
[ˈɒnəsti]
[ˈɑːnəsti]
Honesty is being truthful and sincere in what you say and do. It's about being real and genuine.
People often talk about honesty when they discuss how someone behaves in business or politics. For instance, a politician who is honest will tell the truth even if it's not popular with everyone. A company that is honest will clearly label their products so customers know exactly what they're getting. Even in everyday conversations, being honest means telling your friends and family the whole story without exaggerating or leaving things out.
How common is "honesty"?
Word honesty is considered uncommon in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions
noun
The act, quality, or condition of being honest.
Example: academic / artistic / emotional / intellectual honesty
dishonesty
Real examples of "honesty" in context
