honest
Adjective · English
Meaning 1
free of deceit and untruthfulness; sincere
(truthful and sincere)
Example
It is important to be honest about using AI in your academic work.
Meaning 2
fair and just; morally correct
(fair and moral)
Example
She earned a reputation for being an honest broker in business negotiations.
Synonyms
truthful, sincere, principled, frank, upright, candid
Grammar
- comparative
- honester
- superlative
- honestest