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Definition of honesty - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
truthfulnessquality of being truthful and sincere
- Honesty is important in all relationships.
2.
botanyRare UK southeastern European plant with silvery seedpodsRare UK
- The honesty plant is popular for dried flower arrangements.
Images of honesty
southeastern European plant with silvery seedpods
Expressions with honesty
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being truthful works better than lying in the end
My mother always said, “honesty is the best policy.”
express truthfulness or sincerity in what is said
In all honesty, I did not expect that outcome.
being honest leads to rewards
He believes that honesty pays in the long run.
unattended bar where guests record their own drinks
The hotel lobby features an honesty bar for guests.
habit of telling the truth, refusing to lie
Her streak of honesty made her admit the mistake immediately.
unattended box for cash payments relying on trust
The farm stand uses an honesty box for fresh eggs.
unattended jar for cash payments relying on trust
The farm stand uses an honesty jar for payments.
concealed identity leads to open communication
Chat rooms show how anonymity breeds honesty.
commitment to truth, even when facts challenge personal beliefs
Intellectual honesty means accepting facts that contradict your opinions.
Origin of honesty
Latin, honestus (honorable)
Terms with honesty included in their meaning
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honesty
believe someone is honest and will not harm
honesty
admitting inability to be dishonest
personal belief
confidence in someone's honesty and reliability
lacking honesty
not truthful or sincere
sincerely
done with genuine sincerity and honesty
communication
make direct eye contact to show honesty or confidence
confident
full of confidence in others' honesty
honesty
in a manner that is honest and sincere
honesty claim
used to say what you say is true
distrust
lack confidence in someone's honesty or reliability
honesty
in a frank or candid manner
honesty
in a way that is not hidden or secret
honesty
honest and fair
honesty
in a direct and honest manner
honesty
in a forthright manner candidly or frankly
honesty
true facts or statements about reality or being genuine
honesty
say clearly and honestly what you think or feel
honesty communication
speak honestly and openly with someone
honesty
in a direct and harshly honest way
honesty
very direct and truthful even if it hurts
honesty
characterized by simplicity and lack of evasion
emphasizing honesty
say something honestly even if it is awkward
intention
show actions done with honesty or fairness
honesty
be honest and clear with someone
Examples of honesty in a sentence
She admired his honesty in the interview. Honesty is often grown for its decorative seedpods. Gardeners appreciate honesty for its unique appearance.
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- French:honnêteté, lunaire, ...
- German:Ehrlichkeit, Silberblatt, ...
- Italian:onestà, lunaria, ...
- Spanish:honestidad, honesty, ...
- Portuguese:honestidade, lunária, ...
- Chinese:诚实, 月见草, ...
- Japanese:誠実さ, ルナリア, ...
- Arabic:صِدْق, نَبَات اَلْقَمَر, ...
- Hebrew:יוֹשֶׁר, יֶרְקָן מָצוּי, ...
- Russian:честность, лунария, ...
- Ukrainian:чесність, лунарія, ...
- Hindi:ईमानदारी, ईमानदारी का पौधा, ...
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