dishonest
Translation
dishonest
Examples
He was dishonest about his past.
He was dishonest about his past.
It was a dishonest way to win.
It was a dishonest way to win.
Grammar Patterns
((about sth.)) to be dishonest about (sth.) He was dishonest about his past.
Similar Words
Synonyms: untruthful, deceitful; Antonyms: honest, truthful
Etymology
Prefix 'dis-' (not) + 'honest'. It literally means 'not honest'.
Memory Tips
The prefix 'dis-' often means 'not' or 'the opposite of', like in 'disagree' or 'disappear'. If you're not honest, you're dishonest.