Definition of honest
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a : free from fraud or deception : legitimate, truthful an honest plea an honest presentation of facts
2a : reputable, respectable honest decent people
3 : worthy of praise
an honest day's work put forth an honest effort
4a : marked by integrity
honest merchants
b : marked by free, forthright, and sincere expression : frank an honest appraisal an honest discussion
honest
adverbDefinition of honest (Entry 2 of 2)
1 : in a genuine or honest (see honest entry 1) manner : honestly I have ever found thee honest true— William Shakespeare
2 : with all sincerity
I didn't do it, honest
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Time Traveler for honest
The first known use of honest was in the 14th century
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