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US/ˈɑː.nɪst/
UK/ˈɒn.ɪst/
telling the truth and not cheating or stealing
In context
To be honest, I didn't really enjoy the movie everyone was talking about.
The taxi driver was honest enough to return the wallet I left in his car.
Please give me your honest opinion about my presentation.
Words that go with honest
adverb + adjective
- to be honestTo be honest, I forgot about the meeting.
- completely honestIf I'm completely honest, I'm not ready to get married.
adjective + noun
- honest opinionI want your honest opinion: does this shirt look bad?
- honest answerGive me an honest answer and I won't be angry.
- honest mistakeTyping the wrong number was an honest mistake.
adjective + preposition
- honest withYou should be honest with your doctor about how much you drink.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He is a honest person.Correct: He is an honest person.