honest
/ˈɒnɪst/ · /ˈɑːnɪst/
CEFR level B1Topic SocietyWord #2297 in the learning path
诚实的；正直的
Definitions
adj. Telling the truth and not cheating or stealing.
诚实的；正直的
adj. Expressing what you really think or feel.
坦率的；真诚的
Example
The honest cashier returned the money I had overpaid.
那位诚实的收银员退还了我多付的钱。
Honest communication between teachers and parents can help schools address students' difficulties before they become serious.
教师与家长之间坦诚的沟通能帮助学校在学生的问题变得严重之前加以解决。
Collocations
- an honest person
- an honest answer
- to be honest
Word family
- honesty (n.)
- honestly (adv.)
- dishonest (adj.)
- dishonesty (n.)
Synonyms
- truthful
- sincere
Antonyms
- dishonest
Usage tip
h不发音，因此说an honest person。
FAQ
- What does honest mean?
- Telling the truth and not cheating or stealing. Expressing what you really think or feel.
- How is honest pronounced?
- UK /ˈɒnɪst/, US /ˈɑːnɪst/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
