honest
Translation
truthful, sincere, fair
Examples
He is an honest person.
He is an honest person.
To be honest, I don't agree.
To be honest, I don't agree.
Grammar Patterns
an honest ((noun)) describes a person or their character He is an honest person.
To be honest, ((clause)) used to give your true opinion To be honest, I don't agree.
Similar Words
Synonyms: truthful, sincere, frank; Antonyms: dishonest, deceitful
Etymology
From Latin 'honestus', meaning 'honorable'. The 'h' is silent.
Memory Tips
Remember the 'h' is silent, so we say 'an honest person', not 'a honest person'.