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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The first known use of honest was in the 14th century
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