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

Failing to deliver recognition with sincerity can be one of the most expensive leadership mistakes. —Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025

While the veteran running back’s voice barely elevated above a public library level and his mannerisms remained reserved, the sincerity of his enthusiasm still landed. —Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 3 June 2025

Read: The sincerity and absurdity of Hollywood’s best action franchise Where De Palma and Woo focused on visual panache, Abrams and Bird stretched the limits of tone—and in doing so, revealed the adaptability of the franchise. —Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 31 May 2025

Venis asks, in a rare moment of sincerity, to Randall. —David Fear, Rolling Stone, 31 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