B1adjective 1K

Honest

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈɒnɪst/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈɑːnɪst/"]/

Meaning of Honest

always telling the truth, and never stealing or cheating

In simple words: Always telling the truth and being fair.

Honest in a sentence

• She gave an honest opinion about the movie, which I really appreciated.
• He is known for being honest in his dealings with everyone.
• To be honest, I didn't think the plan would work.
• An honest mistake can happen to anyone.
• It's refreshing to hear such an honest response.

How to use Honest

Use 'honest' to describe a person's character or their actions. It is generally acceptable in both formal and casual settings. However, avoid using it in sarcastic contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'honest' as 'on-est' — being upfront about your thoughts.

Related words

Collocations with Honest

• be
• seem
• sound
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• about
• in
• with
• honest enough
• to be honest (with you)
• open and honest
• be
• seem
• sound
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• about
• in
• with
• honest enough
• to be honest (with you)
• open and honest
• be
• seem
• sound
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• about
• in
• with
• honest enough
• to be honest (with you)
• open and honest

Synonyms for Honest

• truthful
• sincere
• genuine
• frank
• candid

Opposites of Honest

• dishonest
• deceitful
• untruthful

Common mistakes with Honest

• Confused with 'truthful' - 'honest' is more about character.
• Saying 'honest person' instead of simply 'honest' in sentences.
• Using it in contexts where a softer word, like 'sincere', may be more appropriate.

Frequently asked questions about Honest

What does Honest mean?

Always telling the truth and being fair.

What is the definition of Honest?

always telling the truth, and never stealing or cheating

How do you use Honest in a sentence?

She gave an honest opinion about the movie, which I really appreciated.

Can you give another example of Honest?

He is known for being honest in his dealings with everyone.

What are synonyms for Honest?

Common alternatives include truthful, sincere, genuine, frank, candid.

What is the opposite of Honest?

Opposite meanings include dishonest, deceitful, untruthful.

What words go with Honest?

It commonly pairs with be, seem, sound, extremely, fairly, very, about, in, with, honest enough, to be honest (with you), open and honest, be, seem, sound, extremely, fairly, very, about, in, with, honest enough, to be honest (with you), open and honest, be, seem, sound, extremely, fairly, very, about, in, with, honest enough, to be honest (with you), open and honest.

What are common mistakes when using Honest?

Confused with 'truthful' - 'honest' is more about character. Saying 'honest person' instead of simply 'honest' in sentences. Using it in contexts where a softer word, like 'sincere', may be more appropriate.

How do you pronounce Honest?

US: /["/ˈɑːnɪst/"]/, UK: /["/ˈɒnɪst/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Honest?

Use 'honest' to describe a person's character or their actions. It is generally acceptable in both formal and casual settings. However, avoid using it in sarcastic contexts.

What CEFR level is Honest?

"Honest" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.