sincerity

noun

sin·​cer·​i·​ty sin-ˈser-ə-tē  -ˈsir- 

sən-

: the quality or state of being sincere : honesty of mind : freedom from hypocrisy

Examples of sincerity in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Learn more about how self-trust and interpersonal trust is earned through: care, competence, sincerity, and reliability. —Colin Bedell, Them., 15 May 2025

Vince Vaughn brings an unforced sincerity to the role of inexperienced entrepreneur Joey Scaravella, and the four nonnas (grandmothers) who join him in his unconventional culinary enterprise are played by Lorraine Bracco, Susan Sarandon, Talia Shire and Brenda Vacarro — heavy hitters moving nimbly. —Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 8 May 2025

What completes the experience is the multi-lingual staff, who’s well-trained and always ready to serve with a distinctly Filipino sincerity. —Ching Dee, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025

The sincerity keeps flowing through a vulnerable therapy discussion, where contestants candidly address jealousy, self-criticism, and repressed anger. —Clayton Davis, Variety, 5 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing sincerity

• in all sincerity

Rhymes for sincerity

• alterity
• asperity
• austerity
• celerity
• dexterity
• disparity
• hilarity
• molarity
• planarity
• polarity
• posterity
• prosperity