honest Synonyms

honest Meaning

Wordnet

honest (a)

not disposed to cheat or defraud; not deceptive or fraudulent

Wordnet

honest (s)

without dissimulation; frank

worthy of being depended on

without pretensions

marked by truth

not forged

gained or earned without cheating or stealing

Webster

honest (a.)

Decent; honorable; suitable; becoming.

Characterized by integrity or fairness and straight/forwardness in conduct, thought, speech, etc.; upright; just; equitable; trustworthy; truthful; sincere; free from fraud, guile, or duplicity; not false; -- said of persons and acts, and of things to which a moral quality is imputed; as, an honest judge or merchant; an honest statement; an honest bargain; an honest business; an honest book; an honest confession.

Open; frank; as, an honest countenance.

Chaste; faithful; virtuous.

To adorn; to grace; to honor; to make becoming, appropriate, or honorable.

honest Sentence Examples

  1. John's unwavering honesty inspired trust among his colleagues.
  2. The witness gave an honest account of the events, leaving no room for doubt.
  3. Integrity dictated that I offer an honest assessment of the situation.
  4. The politician's honesty resonated with voters, boosting his credibility.
  5. In a world of deception, honesty is a rare and precious virtue.
  6. The honest vendor refused to overcharge customers, prioritizing integrity over profit.
  7. The researcher's honesty ensured the accuracy and reliability of the study's findings.
  8. Honest communication fosters trust and strengthens relationships.
  9. I'm committed to living an honest life, free from deceit and falsehood.
  10. The honest citizens reported the crime, knowing their duty to justice.

FAQs About the word honest

not disposed to cheat or defraud; not deceptive or fraudulent, without dissimulation; frank, worthy of being depended on, without pretensions, marked by truth,

candid, credible, genuine, conscientious,outspoken, reliable, frank, true, truthful, earnest

lying, mendacious, mendacious, untruthful, untrue,dishonest, dishonest, false, untrue, false

John's unwavering honesty inspired trust among his colleagues.

The witness gave an honest account of the events, leaving no room for doubt.

Integrity dictated that I offer an honest assessment of the situation.

The politician's honesty resonated with voters, boosting his credibility.