The word honest means

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• Honest — Hon est, a. [OE. honest, onest, OF. honeste, oneste, F. honn[^e]te, L. honestus, fr. honos, honor, honor. See {Honor}.] 1. Decent; honorable; suitable; becoming. Chaucer. [1913 Webster] Belong what honest clothes you send forth to bleaching! Shak …   The Collaborative International Dictionary of English

• Honest — (né au IIIème siècle, mort en 270) est un saint et martyr catholique du IIIe siècle, originaire de Nîmes. Il est fêté le 16 février. Sommaire 1 Hagiographie 2 Reliques 3 Annexes …   Wikipédia en Français

• honest — [än′ist] adj. [ME < OFr honeste < L honestus < honor, honor] 1. Obs. a) held in respect; honorable b) respectable, creditable, commendable, seemly, etc.: a generalized epithet of commendation 2. that will not lie, cheat, or steal;… …   English World dictionary

• honest — I adjective aboveboard, accurate, actual, artless, as represented, authentic, bald, blunt, candid, clean, conscientious, correct, creditable, decent, downright, earnest, equitable, erect, estimable, ethical, evenhanded, exact, factual, fair, fair …   Law dictionary

• honest — ► ADJECTIVE 1) free of deceit; truthful and sincere. 2) fairly earned: an honest living. 3) simple and unpretentious. ► ADVERB informal ▪ genuinely; really. ● make an honest woman of Cf. ↑make an ho …   English terms dictionary

• Honest — Hon est, v. t. [L. honestare to clothe or adorn with honor: cf. F. honester. See {Honest}, a.] To adorn; to grace; to honor; to make becoming, appropriate, or honorable. [Obs.] Abp. Sandys. [1913 Webster] …   The Collaborative International Dictionary of English

• honest — (adj.) c.1300, respectable, decent, of neat appearance, also free from fraud, from O.Fr. honeste (12c.; Mod.Fr. honnête), from L. honestus honorable, respected, regarded with honor, figuratively deserving honor, honorable, respectable, from honos …   Etymology dictionary

• honest! — idiom (informal) used to emphasize that you are not lying • I didn t mean it, honest! Main entry: ↑honestidiom …   Useful english dictionary

• Honest — (v. lat.), achtbar, anständig; daher Honestissimus, Hochachtbarer (als Titel). Honestas publica, der gute Ruf …   Pierer’s Universal-Lexikon

• honest — *upright, just, conscientious, scrupulous, honorable Analogous words: truthful, veracious (see corresponding nouns at TRUTH): candid, open, plain, *frank: *straightforward, aboveboard, forthright: *fair, equitable, dispassionate, objective… …   New Dictionary of Synonyms

• honest — [adj] truthful, candid above board, authentic, bona fide*, conscientious, decent, direct, equitable, ethical, fair, fair and square*, forthright, frank, genuine, high minded*, honorable, impartial, ingenuous, just, law abiding*, lay it on the… …   New thesaurus

честный, искренний, правдивый, подлинный, настоящий, нравственный, целомудренный

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Словосочетания

honest to the core — искренний до глубины души  
honest fellow — честный малый  
honest to God — честное слово  
to be honest with smb. — быть честным с кем-л.  
honest opinion — откровенное мнение  
to be honest with smb. about smth. — быть искренним с кем-л. в отношении чего-л.  
honest girl — порядочная девушка  
frank / honest opinion — откровенное мнение  
honest doubt — добросовестное сомнение  
turn an honest dollar — честно заработать доллар  

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Возможные однокоренные слова

dishonest  — нечестный, мошеннический
honestly  — честно, искренне, правдиво
honesty  — честность, правдивость, лунник
honing  — хонингование, затачивание, правление оселком

’ My conscience says, ‘No; take heed, honest Launcelot; take heed, honest Gobbo; ’ or, as aforesaid, ‘honest Launcelot Gobbo; do not run; scorn running with thy heels. ❋ Unknown (1914)

When you’re dealin ‘with an honest event — _honest_, mind you — as goes on year after year between two parties both ekally set on winnin’, the only way to get real satisfaction is to pick your fancy an ‘go on backin’ it. ❋ Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch (1903)

«There are several men that I _believe_ to be honest,» returned the owner of the bungalow, «yet only one that I know to be _honest_, and who possesses at the same time the judgment to undertake a mission like the one I have been telling you about.» ❋ Unknown (1895)

Not only would they all stay here, but they would become honest — these hardened rogues, who a few weeks before were wont to use the words _honest_ and _stupid_ as synonyms. ❋ Theodor Hertzka (1884)

_very_ honest, or _exceedingly_ just, for the words _honest_ and _just_, literally admit of no comparison. ❋ Samuel Kirkham (N/A)

You’d rather see me drudging all the best moments of my life away, so you can lounge around Ju Penrose’s saloon spending dollars you’ve no right to, than risk your peace of mind on an honest — yes, _honest_ — transaction that’s going to give me a little of the comfort that you haven’t the grit to help me to yourself. » ❋ Ridgwell Cullum (1905)

Secondly, any lasting peace is going to have to be a peace that’s good for both sides, and, therefore, the term honest broker makes sense. ❋ Unknown (2000)

The term honest wealth, which was creeping into respectable periodicals, was exceedingly annoying to him. ❋ William Allen White (1906)

Although not given to blushing, Dick felt that he coloured under his dye at the praise; for although they had certainly sold cheaply, he doubted whether the term honest could be fairly applied to the whole transaction. ❋ Unknown (1867)

A Fox News appearance that Michael Steele made on January 4th where he has used the term honest Injun to back up his remarks on conservative principles and a lot of Native Americans didn’t like him using those words. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Mr. Rangel has acknowledged making what he called honest mistakes, but has denied intentionally deceiving anyone. ❋ Unknown (2010)

While admitting to what he called honest mistakes in his personal finances, Mr. Rangel has said he never intentionally deceived anyone. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Mr. Rangel has admitted making what he called honest mistakes but has emphatically denied intentionally deceiving anyone. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Mr. Rangel ‘ s case has dragged on for two years, and he has admitted making what he calls honest mistakes but denied any intentional wrongdoing. ❋ Devlin Barrett (2010)

The Republican Governors Association said it is time for what it called honest leadership. ❋ Unknown (2008)

But these three gentlemen would never let me rest from wickedness: yet they kept me poor and neces-sitous; as the only means to keep me what they called honest; for they had often reason to think, that had I had any other means of subsistence, I would have been really honest. ❋ Unknown (2006)

KOCH: Defense Secretary Rumsfeld did acknowledge that what he called honest mistakes were made in prewar intelligence, the intelligence used to base the decision to go to war in Iraq. ❋ Unknown (2005)

Vrenn felt a little annoyance at the word «honest,» but only a little. ❋ John M. Ford (2000)

Arter what happened when we was coming out of the river, where we lost you overboard, I come to the conclusion that that cousin o ‘yours warn’t what I calls a honest man. ❋ Allen Upward (1894)

And when I find out as a man ain’t what I calls honest, I don’t sail in his company. ❋ Allen Upward (1894)

[Melvin] on [YouTube comments section] of any given video: «Lets be honest: u didnt’ searched for this *ambiguous smiley* U [could of] but, u did’nt though…» ❋ Burt Milhorse Eriksson (2021)

To [give] an example would be [contrary] to [my definition] of “honest.” ❋ Nethcev! (2006)

Girl: Come on! Be honest [am I fat]?
Guy: Fine, honestly your fat.
Girl: [Wtf is wrong with you] faggot? [I fucking hate you]. ❋ Jersey Kid (2008)

She asked where he was at [midnight]. He was honest and said he was at another [woman’s] house, as opposed to saying he was at «someone’s» house, or a «[buddy’s]» house. ❋ Itsallgoodhomie917 (2008)

[jakes mom]: [honey] be honest.
Jake: stop [making up words] mom! ❋ Doge Kid (2020)

The wealthy little old lady, a widow for the eighth time, handed an ad. over the desk at the office of her local newspaper. » Put that in the Personal Contact Me section please » she said to the girl behind the desk » I feel a bit low. The right man might be able to give me a bit of a top up » The ad read » Widow, reliable independent person, with down to earth outlook, seeks [honest man] who likes simple [home cooking]. Reply early. Don’t be late this may be your [Shangri-la] » ❋ Stias (2005)

To be honest, [I think] you’re [really good] at [soccer]. Really. ❋ Domokato (2009)

i really don’t like to stick [pineapples] up [my arse]…[to be honest]. But have you tried a cucumber? ❋ Moose Head (2005)

To be honest, I really have [no idea] what I’m talking about and use [cliches] where [smarter] people use original thought. ❋ Tom Hefner (2011)

[To be honest], I’m [full of bullshit]. ❋ Hi, My Name Is Name (2007)

adjective. honorable in principles, intentions, and actions; upright and fair: an honest person. showing uprightness and fairness: honest dealings. genuine or unadulterated: honest commodities.

When was the word honesty first used?

1400

What is the real meaning of honesty?

Honesty is a facet of moral character that connotes positive and virtuous attributes such as integrity, truthfulness, straightforwardness, including straightforwardness of conduct, along with the absence of lying, cheating, theft, etc. Honesty also involves being trustworthy, loyal, fair, and sincere.

What is the difference between honest and honesty?

Honesty and truthfulness are not the same thing. Being honest means not telling lies. Being truthful means actively making known all the full truth of a matter. This suggests you can be honest without telling the truth.

Is to be honest?

You can say ‘to be honest’ before or after a statement to indicate that you are telling the truth about your own opinions or feelings, especially if you think these will disappoint the person you are talking to.

Is honesty telling the truth?

Honesty and truthfulness are not the same thing. Being honest means not telling lies. Being truthful means actively making known all the full truth of a matter. Lawyers must be honest, but they do not have to be truthful.

What is an honest person called?

Someone who is veracious speaks the truth — like your brutally honest friend who always lets you know what she thinks about your outfits, your hairstyle, your lasagna recipe, and your taste in movies.

How does honesty shape a person?

Honesty leads to a fulfilling, free life. Honesty is not just about telling the truth. It’s about being real with yourself and others about who you are, what you want and what you need to live your most authentic life. Honesty sharpens our perception and allows us to observe everything around us with clarity.

Is honesty and trust the same?

As adjectives the difference between honest and trust is that honest is (of a person or institution) scrupulous with regard to telling the truth; not given to swindling, lying, or fraud; upright while trust is (obsolete) secure, safe.

How do you know you are honest?

Truth Be Told: 13 Ways to Demonstrate Honesty

1. Think before you speak.
2. Say what you mean and mean what you say.
3. Bend over backward to communicate in an open and honest fashion.
4. Simplify your statements so that everyone clearly understands your message.
5. Tell it like it is rather than sugarcoating it.

What comes first honesty or trust?

Honesty is the foundation for trust in a relationship, and trust is necessary for a relationship to function and thrive. When you’re always honest with someone, it tells them that they can trust you and the things you say.

How do you know if someone is trustworthy?

A trustworthy person will use roughly the same behavior and language in any situation. They have the self-control to maintain character and follow through on what they say they’ll do, even when they are tempted to walk it back. They won’t wear different masks or pretend they’re someone they’re not just to impress.

How can you tell if someone is using you?

9 signs someone is using you in a relationship

• The conversation is always about them.
• They always let you pick up the check.
• You always have to come to their rescue.
• They never say thank you.
• They’re always asking for favors.
• You start to resent them.
• Your emotional needs are never considered, let alone met.

Who is the most trustworthy person?

Tom Hanks is the most trusted person in the US, according to a poll published by Reader’s Digest. The Cast Away actor topped the 100-strong list ahead of fellow household names including Bill Gates (no 7), Jeopardy host Alex Trebek (no and Michelle Obama (no 19).

What is a toxic personality disorder?

Much like psychopaths, toxic people are expert in how to control and manipulate others. They always know the words and actions that will send shock waves through you, set you on edge, put you into a tailspin of doubt, confusion, anxiety and worry.

Is being too nice a toxic trait?

It actually is a desirable human trait. However, some people (for various reasons) are overly nice; they will be at the beck and call of everyone, put up with abuse and disrespect, and always put their well-being aside for others. Being overly nice has tremendous and long-lasting negative effects.

Do guys like good girls?

A new study shows that nice women finish first. Sometimes even science can’t convince me: men find caring women (nice girls) more attractive and sexually alluring than their aloof (bad girl) counterparts, according to research published in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin.

Why being too nice is bad?

You will develop unrealistic expectations of others. According to the Power of Positivity, when you are being too nice to others, you develop unrealistic expectations for them to do the same. When they do not meet these expectations, you may become angry and resentful.

Is there a disorder for being too nice?

Like I said, there is no textbook condition or diagnosis for being too nice. But there are a few “symptoms” or trademark descriptors that connotate being a people pleaser (in the negative sense). The first and most obvious is self-neglect. We’ve already discussed how people pleasers are incredibly nice people.

Is being nice attractive?

The impact of being nice is strongest in how heterosexual women view men. In the same experiment, women preferred kind Todd for marriage, as a steady boyfriend, a platonic friend, as well as a sexual partner—but not as a “one-night stand” [10]. Kindness also makes people look more physically attractive [11].