Entry Word: probity

Function: noun

Meaning: 1 conduct that conforms to an accepted standard of right and wrong <a person of indisputable probity must head the disciplinary panel> — see morality 1
2 devotion to telling the truth <questioned the probity of the witness> — see honesty 1
3 faithfulness to high moral standards <ideals of fairness and probity in journalism> — see honor 1