honesty
|hon/es/ty|
B1
🇺🇸
/ˈɑː.nə.sti/
🇬🇧
/ˈɒn.ɪ.sti/
truthfulness
Etymology
Etymology Information
'honesty' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'honesté,' where 'honest' meant 'honorable or virtuous.'
Historical Evolution
'honesté' transformed into the Middle English word 'honeste,' and eventually became the modern English word 'honesty'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'honor or respectability,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'truthfulness or sincerity.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being honest; truthfulness, sincerity, or frankness.
Her honesty was evident in every word she spoke.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39