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

"If they were in good faith, Le Canon Français would never have accepted Stérin as an investor. But they did - they took his money," says Emma Fourreau, an LFI member of the European Parliament.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

“We continue to meet with the city, respond to questions in good faith, and address outstanding issues through continued engagement and collaboration.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

I can’t believe anyone is making this argument in good faith.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 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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