honest (adj.)

  1. not disposed to cheat or defraud; not deceptive or fraudulent; honest lawyers; honest reporting

    [ Syn: honorable ]

  2. without dissimulation; frank; my honest opinion'

  3. worthy of being depended on; a dependable worker; an honest working stiff; a reliable sourcSFLe of information; he was true to his word; I would be true for there are those who trust me

    [ Syn: dependable , reliable , true ]

  4. without pretensions; worked at an honest trade; good honest food'

  5. marked by truth; gave honest answers; honest reporting'

  6. not forged; a good dollar bill

    [ Syn: good ]

  7. gained or earned without cheating or stealing; an honest wage; an fair penny

    [ Syn: fair ]

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