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Honesty builds trust in a team.
What does Honesty mean?
Honesty means telling the truth and being fair.
Dictionary definition
Honesty is the quality of being truthful, fair, and sincere in what you say and do.
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Honesty in a sentence
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She showed honesty by admitting her mistake.
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In games, honesty matters even when no one is watching.
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Practice 1
What does honesty mean?
Telling the truth and acting fairly matches the meaning of the word.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to honesty?
Truthfulness is close in meaning to honesty.
Practice 3
Which word is an opposite or strong contrast for honesty?
Dishonesty is the opposite of honesty.
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WordHonesty.
Partnoun.
MeaningHonesty means telling the truth and being fair.
ExampleExample: Honesty builds trust in a team.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- on · uh · stee
- Strongest beat
- on
- Ending
- stee
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on on.
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Synonyms
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Antonyms
Opposite words
dishonestyLying, cheating, or hiding the truth.
deceitAn action meant to trick others.
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Hint for students
Honesty means telling the truth and being fair.
Common mix-up
Honesty is not the same as dishonesty. Honesty means honesty means telling the truth and being fair.
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Read this model sentence: She showed honesty by admitting her mistake. Clue words: showed, admitting, mistake. Underline clue words that show honesty, directness, or hidden feelings. Now write one new sentence that shows honesty without using the word honesty. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show honesty?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "She showed honesty by admitting her mistake." Why does honesty fit better than dishonesty?
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