truthfulness

noun

Definition of truthfulnessnext
as in integrity
devotion to telling the truth because I privately questioned the truthfulness of the seller, I had an independent mechanic check out the vehicle before I agreed to purchase it

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  1. integrity
  2. honesty
  3. sincerity
  4. reliability
Noun
  • To preserve this unique part of the Mini’s story, Tolman replaced the can with a stronger version to ensure mechanical integrity.
    Trinity Francis, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
  • Some fabrics, like stretchy elastane and nylon, can retain bacteria and sweat—and, thus, need to be laundered more frequently to prevent odors and preserve the integrity of the material.
    Emily Chan, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of integrity
Noun
  • Forthright conversations around global conflict, government policy and business practice are all hallmarks of Hanna’s leadership in this space, but that honesty extends to DEI as a practice area too.
    Lauren Coulman, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Our guide gives you the best strategies to handle lying and deception at every stage and smart ways to teach your child the value of honesty.
    Sarah Vanbuskirk, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of honesty
Noun
  • There are reasons to doubt the sincerity of HTS’s moderate turn.
    Sam Heller, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Bringing them coffee and breakfast in bed is a good way to start, but rubbing their feet at the end of the day and listening to their war stories from work proves your sincerity.
    Lisa Stardust, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of sincerity
Noun
  • Human teams can improve the reliability of specific knowledge agents by refining data sources and prompts.
    Michael Wegmüller, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The service changes should also improve TARC's reliability and on-time performance, TARC Executive Director Ozzy Gibson said in the release.
    Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of reliability
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