in good faith

ADJECTIVE

true-blue

Synonyms

STRONG

dedicated dependable devoted faithful loyal staunch

WEAK

allegiant ardent behind one die-hard dutiful firm genuine hard-core honorable patriotic steadfast sure tried tried-and-true trustworthy trusty truthful upright

ADVERB

sincerely

Synonyms

STRONGEST

candidly deeply earnestly genuinely naturally profoundly really truly truthfully wholeheartedly

WEAK

aboveboard frankly from bottom of heart in all conscience in all sincerity ingenuously without equivocation

Antonyms

STRONGEST

doubtfully

WEAK

dishonestly untruthfully

Example Sentences

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Debunking assumes that false beliefs are held in good faith.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

"We cannot be asked to negotiate in good faith for weeks, only to be told there is nothing left to negotiate about on pay and no further details at this stage on jobs."

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Even if there was a formula for calculating the value of a departing member’s interest, such provisions must be carried out fairly and in good faith.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

Such a system, he said, would encourage politicians to act in good faith and discourage bad actors from giving out contracts as favors or at a discounted price.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

“Mi niña, yes. I believe we should accept all actions that are carried out in good faith and with a loving heart.”

From "Lucky Broken Girl" by Ruth Behar

in good faith

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