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How does the noun integrity contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of integrity are honesty, honor, and probity. While all these words mean "uprightness of character or action," integrity implies trustworthiness and incorruptibility to a degree that one is incapable of being false to a trust, responsibility, or pledge.

When is it sensible to use honesty instead of integrity?

Although the words honesty and integrity have much in common, honesty implies a refusal to lie, steal, or deceive in any way.

When can honor be used instead of integrity?

The words honor and integrity are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, honor suggests an active or anxious regard for the standards of one's profession, calling, or position.

When would probity be a good substitute for integrity?

While the synonyms probity and integrity are close in meaning, probity implies tried and proven honesty or integrity.

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of integrity And the integrity of our elections is that important to our democracies. NBC news, 28 June 2026 Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism. Jason Bennett, Arkansas Online, 28 June 2026 There has never been a whisper of scandal about the man’s integrity or his scientific work. Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 28 June 2026 Chase oversees the story, sustainability, and product integrity across every touchpoint. Lewis Chester, Robb Report, 27 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for integrity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for integrity
Noun
  • In the Greek world, honor isn’t tethered to morality.
    David Denby, New Yorker, 21 June 2026
  • At the heart of this debate is a fundamental disagreement about sexuality, morality and identity.
    Jon Root OutKick, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
Noun
  • Blunt honesty had clicked with a relentless desire for improvement, launching a professional partnership and personal friendship that greatly enriched the careers of both men and, in time, would meaningfully alter the course of Chelsea history.
    Liam Twomey, New York Times, 24 June 2026
  • What drew him to the exchange wasn’t controversy, but honesty.
    Desjah Altvater, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
Noun
  • Karaban earned first-team All-Big East Conference honors as a senior this season.
    Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 24 June 2026
  • In addition to setting a new world record for top scorer in the World Cup among men, Messi became the first to play in six World Cups — ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo later joining him with that honor, per NBC News.
    Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026
Noun
  • Light and Breezy One of the many virtues of the ’60s shift is its simplicity.
    Olivia Allen, Vogue, 24 June 2026
  • Understanding character and how potential virtues can manifest as vices is a starting point; however, knowing is not enough.
    Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
Noun
  • San Diego Gas & Electric says that the project would help increase California's supply of renewable energy and lessen the strain on the current power grid, lower energy costs and increase reliability during extreme weather or emergencies.
    Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 27 June 2026
  • This focus on user convenience and reliability positions IONNA as a major player in the EV infrastructure.
    Anthony Karcz, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026
Noun
  • With names like the red dawg and NYC dog, only goodness can follow.
    Justin Brown, AJC.com, 27 June 2026
  • And thank goodness this football masochism was merely the appetizer for the Bay’s main course.
    Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 26 June 2026
Noun
  • There is an emphatic truthfulness to the story and the performances that anchor it, which is both refreshing and innovative.
    Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Mar. 2026
  • Some people thought the character was too much, but Danica managed to make her just that without losing the truthfulness, and the ending wouldn’t have worked without that.
    Annika Pham, Variety, 21 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The organization is seeking investors willing to accept modest returns in exchange for preserving historic buildings, supporting local businesses and maintaining the character of West Marin communities.
    Kenny Choi, CBS News, 26 June 2026
  • Elementary school-age kids like Jimmy may enjoy the aquarium at the Seas with Nemo & Friends, games at the exit to Spaceship Earth, character greetings at CommuniCore Hall, different soda flavors from around the world in Club Cool and rides like Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure or Frozen Ever After.
    Eve Chen, USA Today, 26 June 2026

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“Integrity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/integrity. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.

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