Honest
(adjective)
- Truthful and sincere.
- Not likely to steal or cheat.
- Fair and just.
- Free from deceit or fraud.
Origin:
Middle english: from old french honeste, from latin honestus "respectable, honorable", from honos "respect, honor".
Examples:
- He is an honest and trustworthy person.
- I value her honest opinion.
- He gave an honest account of what had happened.
- I appreciate his honest approach to business.
- She is an honest and hardworking employee.