honest

UK /ˈɒn.ɪst/ US /ˈɑ.nɪst/
adj 5verb 1adv 1

Definitions

adj

1

Scrupulous with regard to telling the truth; not given to swindling, lying, or fraud; upright.

brutally honest

We’re the most honest people you will ever come across.

2

True, especially as far as is known by the person making the statement; fair; unbiased.

an honest account of events

honest reporting

3

In good faith; without malice.

an honest mistake

4

Accurate.

an honest scale

5

Authentic; full.

an honest day's work

verb

1

To adorn or grace; to honour; to make becoming, appropriate, or honourable.

You have very much honested my lodging with your presence.

adv

1

Honestly; really.

It wasn’t my fault, honest.

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