honesty
Translation
honesty, integrity, truthfulness
Examples
Honesty is the best policy.
Honesty is the best policy.
I appreciate your honesty.
I appreciate your honesty.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.'s)) honesty referring to a person's quality I appreciate your honesty.
Honesty is ((...)) as a general concept Honesty is the best policy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: integrity, truthfulness, sincerity; Antonyms: dishonesty, deceit
Etymology
Formed from 'honest' plus the noun-forming suffix '-y'.
Memory Tips
This is the noun for the quality or state of being 'honest'.