dishonesty

noun

dis·​hon·​es·​ty (ˌ)dis-ˈä-nə-stē 

also (ˌ)diz-

1

: lack of honesty or integrity : disposition to defraud or deceive

2

: a dishonest act : fraud

Synonyms of dishonesty

• deceit
• deceitfulness

Examples of dishonesty in a Sentence

Are you accusing him of dishonesty?

her dishonesty about what happened

Recent Examples on the Web

After excusing herself briefly from the conversation, Patricia returns to find the other guests whispering to Shelby about Patricia’s history of dishonesty about almost being a Boogeyman victim. —Jen Chaney, Vulture, 13 May 2026

Since generative AI became widely available, in fall 2022, Princeton has seen rising academic dishonesty. —Rose Horowitch, The Atlantic, 12 May 2026

Musk’s lawyer grilled Altman about accusations of dishonesty from OpenAI’s board members, his investments and his brief, tumultuous ousting as CEO in 2023. —Hadas Gold, CNN Money, 12 May 2026

Thankfully, there have finally been some consequences for treating their employers with disdain, dishonesty and contempt. —Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1589, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for dishonesty

• honesty

Kids Definition

dishonesty

noun

dis·​hon·​es·​ty (ˈ)dis-ˈän-ə-stē 

: lack of honesty : the quality of being dishonest