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honest

Pronunciation: [ˈɑːnɪst]

Word

Learn how to use honest in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “relationship”

(adjective) when someone tells the truth and doesn’t hide anything. Being honest means sharing your real thoughts and feelings with others instead of lying or pretending.

Example

She was honest with her friend about how she felt.

Example

He was not honest when he said he liked the gift, but he really didn't.

Example

Do you think it's important to be honest with your friends?

Context: “character trait”

(adjective) when a person is fair and doesn’t cheat or steal. Being honest means following the rules and being good-hearted.

Example

He is known as an honest person who always plays fair in games.

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An honest person would never cheat, unlike those who do.

Example

What do you think makes someone an honest person?

Context: “behavior”

(adjective) when something feels real and straightforward, without any tricks or fancy decorations. For example, an honest answer is clear and simple.

Example

I appreciate her honest advice; it was very clear and helpful.

Example

The salesman was not honest about the car's real condition.

Example

Can you give me an honest opinion about this movie?

How to pronounce honest

Pronunciation: [ˈɑːnɪst]

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