Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

honest

[on-ist] / ˈɒn ɪst /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

In an effort to lighten things up and reduce risk—and, let’s be honest, boost productivity through camaraderie—more companies are planning retreats that could have been designed by a bunch of 10-year-olds.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 23, 2026

And by every honest account of what those documents actually contained, he proved none of it.

From Salon Jul. 22, 2026

It’s a brutally honest tune where I name many of the things that occupy my mind.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 21, 2026

Before quitting, take an honest look at your budget.

From MarketWatch Jul. 20, 2026

The point was that he had not been honest with Maya-Jade.

From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman




Vocabulary lists containing honest


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Dictionary.com's Learning Companion

Go beyond just looking up words.
Remember them forever with VocabTrainer.

Start training