1
as in integrity
devotion to telling the truth
her innate veracity is beyond question
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in accuracy
the quality or state of being very accurate
I challenge the veracity of many of the quotations in his memoirs, for he recreates conversations that occurred decades ago
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of veracity
The Israeli Prime Minister’s Office did not deny the veracity of the article, instead asserting that Israel’s actions have delayed Iran’s nuclear program.
—
Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 26 Apr. 2025
No matter the veracity of the Trump administration’s fraud allegations, changes in how Social Security recipients are served could challenge those views on what the government should and can do.
—Patrik Jonsson, Christian Science Monitor, 26 Mar. 2025
Irrespective of its veracity, the story of Diana in drag at the Royal Vauxhall Tavern has been taken up as an illustration of her connection with the gay community and a metaphor for her own search for a family in which she felt truly accepted.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 28 Apr. 2025
While the first ruling gave a lot of veracity to the testimony of the complainant to conclude that there had been no consent to the act, the new ruling says that it cannot be proven that there was no consent.
—Laia Cervelló Herrero, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for veracity
Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 26 Apr. 2025
No matter the veracity of the Trump administration’s fraud allegations, changes in how Social Security recipients are served could challenge those views on what the government should and can do.
—Patrik Jonsson, Christian Science Monitor, 26 Mar. 2025
Irrespective of its veracity, the story of Diana in drag at the Royal Vauxhall Tavern has been taken up as an illustration of her connection with the gay community and a metaphor for her own search for a family in which she felt truly accepted.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 28 Apr. 2025
While the first ruling gave a lot of veracity to the testimony of the complainant to conclude that there had been no consent to the act, the new ruling says that it cannot be proven that there was no consent.
—Laia Cervelló Herrero, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for veracity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for veracity
Noun
-
Even here, in an election with no clause for character, integrity and sportsmanship, Bonds couldn’t amass three-quarters of the vote.—
Tyler Kepner,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
-
Yes—but only for those willing to lead with foresight and integrity.—
Kumar Abhishek Narayan,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
Noun
-
Dobbs had a pass batted at the line and also had some issues with accuracy, throwing high to wide receiver Efton Chism and behind tight end CJ Dippre. Studs RB Lan Larison: The undrafted rookie out of UC Davis continues to see an increase of work with Stevenson limited.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
28 May 2025
-
Companies and creators who want to lead must invest in processes and structures that support accuracy and correct errors.—
Rhea Wessel,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
Noun
-
Despite her honesty, the video drew a wave of negative comments.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 June 2025
-
His writing stands out for its honesty and authenticity, offering a vivid, personal chronicle of a transformative era.—
Bethanne Patrick,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2025
Noun
-
This level of precision doesn’t just benefit the sales team.—
Sean Brophy,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
-
This station shows everything from daily rainfall to the current UV index, with the kind of intensive precision only a father could love.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
3 June 2025
Noun
-
Testimony about Proctor’s text messages comes as Read’s team has spent weeks attempting to sow doubt about the reliability of evidence presented by prosecutors, in an effort to distance Read from O’Keefe’s death.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
3 June 2025
-
Wholesale Trade-Offs And DTC Gaps Department stores were once synonymous with reach, reliability, premium customer service and validation (especially the kind of reputational validation that designers crave).—
Adam Ayers,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
Noun
-
Chloe is successful, tightly wound and over-calculating to the extent that doubting her sincerity is unavoidable.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
28 May 2025
-
Read: The sincerity and absurdity of Hollywood’s best action franchise As a grand valediction to a long-running storyline, the self-reflexiveness makes some sense.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
23 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Veracity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/veracity. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share