Cool MateMeaning of Honesty
In simple words: telling the truth and being open.
Honesty in a sentence
- Honesty is the best policy when dealing with difficult situations.
- She valued honesty above all else in her relationships.
- His honesty during the meeting impressed everyone in the room.
- Honesty requires courage to admit mistakes openly.
- The politician promised honesty and transparency if elected.
- Parents teach their children about honesty from a young age.
- Honesty in business builds trust between companies and clients.
- Although difficult, honesty often leads to stronger friendships.
How to use Honesty
Use 'honesty' when discussing values or morals. It can be formal or informal, but may not fit well in casual conversations about light topics.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'honest' as being 'on a rest'—a safe space where truths are shared.
Related words
Collocations with Honesty
Synonyms for Honesty
- truthfulness
- integrity
- sincerity
- candor
- veracity
Opposites of Honesty
- dishonesty
- deceit
- fraud
Common mistakes with Honesty
- Confused with 'honest' which is the adjective form.
- Misused as a verb; 'honesty' is a noun.
- Assumed to mean just not lying, ignoring the aspect of openness.
Honesty appears in
Honesty in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
الصدق
إنك تقول الحقيقة وتكون صريحًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
সততা
সত্যি কথা বলা এবং খোলামেলা থাকা।
- GermanDeutsch
Ehrlichkeit
die Wahrheit sagen und offen sein.
- SpanishEspañol
Honestidad
decir la verdad y ser abierto.
- Persianفارسی
صداقت
راست گفتن و رو راست بودن.
- FrenchFrançais
Honnêteté
dire la vérité et être ouvert.
- Hindiहिन्दी
ईमानदारी
सच बोलना और खुलापन रखना।
- ItalianItaliano
Onestà
dire la verità ed essere aperti.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Honestidade
falar a verdade e ser aberto.
- RussianРусский
Честность
говорить правду и быть открытым.
- Urduاردو
ایمانداری
سچ بولنا اور صاف دل ہونا۔
- Chinese中文
诚实
说实话，坦诚。
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the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Honesty
What does Honesty mean?
telling the truth and being open.
What is the definition of Honesty?
the quality of being honest
How do you use Honesty in a sentence?
Honesty is the best policy when dealing with difficult situations.
Can you give another example of Honesty?
She valued honesty above all else in her relationships.
What are synonyms for Honesty?
Common alternatives include truthfulness, integrity, sincerity, candor, veracity.
What is the opposite of Honesty?
Opposite meanings include dishonesty, deceit, fraud.
What words go with Honesty?
It commonly pairs with absolute, complete, total, admire, appreciate, value, with honesty, honesty about, honesty and integrity, in all honesty, in honesty.
What are common mistakes when using Honesty?
Confused with 'honest' which is the adjective form. Misused as a verb; 'honesty' is a noun. Assumed to mean just not lying, ignoring the aspect of openness.
How do you pronounce Honesty?
US: /["/ˈɑːnəsti/"]/, UK: /["/ˈɒnəsti/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Honesty?
Use 'honesty' when discussing values or morals. It can be formal or informal, but may not fit well in casual conversations about light topics.
What CEFR level is Honesty?
"Honesty" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.