uprightness

noun

Definition of uprightnessnext
1
as in integrity
conduct that conforms to an accepted standard of right and wrong the uprightness of our cause is not what is being called into question here

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2
as in honesty
faithfulness to high moral standards the members of this special investigative committee must be personages of unquestionable uprightness

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Recent Examples of uprightness The genus name nods to Sir Galahad, the Arthurian knight known for his moral uprightness, reflecting the animal’s upright stance. — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 23 Feb. 2026 The genus name references Sir Galahad, the Arthurian knight known for his moral uprightness, reflecting the animal’s upright stance — a posture that set it apart from its modern, sprawling relatives. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 23 Feb. 2026 The genus name itself includes a reference to Sir Galahad, the Arthurian knight known for his moral uprightness, reflecting the animal’s upright stance. — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 23 Feb. 2026 Business ethics refers to the principles and standards that guide decision-making and behavior in the workplace, while integrity involves consistently acting in accordance with those ethical principles, demonstrating honesty, trustworthiness and moral uprightness in actions. — Nancy Pulciano, Rolling Stone, 20 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uprightness
  1. integrity
  2. honesty
  3. morality
  4. honor
  5. virtue
  6. goodness
Noun
  • Our team is working across Mississippi to monitor the remaining ballots and protect the integrity of the process.
    — BILL BARROW, Arkansas Online, 8 Nov. 2026
  • However, Israel’s Central Elections Committee said the integrity of the election had not been compromised, according to Reuters on November 5.
    — Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of integrity
Noun
  • Estin said comedy needs emotional honesty, while serious drama needs humor to help people face it.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Nov. 2026
  • They are defined by their ability to have them with honesty, respect and mutual trust.
    — Julien Fortuit, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of honesty
Noun
  • Indeed, Morgenthau had less tolerance for those who failed to reconcile power with morality than for those who underestimated power’s importance.
    — David Sacks, Foreign Affairs, 6 Nov. 2026
  • The horrors of the atomic bomb, America’s culpability and relation to postwar Japan, and the morality of revenge are major themes in Minus Zero.
    — James Grebey, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of morality
Noun
  • At 26, Soldier has earned the distinct honor of being the youngest Hublot collaborator ever.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Kirill Kaprizov scored on a power play in the opening minute of overtime and Jesper Wallstedt made 27 saves as the Minnesota Wild beat the Montreal Canadiens 2-1 on Tuesday night after Carey Price was inducted into the team's ring of honor.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of honor
Noun
  • Its main virtues for gluten-free eaters are a dedicated fryer and incredibly good french fries—available as a stand-alone side or, even better, as part of steak frites.
    — Luke Pyenson, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
  • The slight reproach to which the virtue of patriotism is commonly liable, the noble are most likely to incur.
    — René Ostberg, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of virtue
Noun
  • Thank goodness, in other words, for the backfield being able to get up field.
    — Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 9 Nov. 2026
  • Of course, for purposes of character arc, one of those good ones has to wake up to his own goodness.
    — Sara Holdren, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of goodness

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“Uprightness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uprightness. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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