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Meaning of dishonestness
The state or quality of being dishonest
Etymology of dishonestness
The word "dishonestness" has its roots in the Old English and Old French words for "honest" and the prefix "dis-"
It originated in the 15th century, derived from the word "dishonest" and the suffix "-ness" which forms a noun indicating a state or quality
Synonyms
deceitfulness
dishonesty
fraudulence
duplicity
treachery
perfidy
cunning
guile
craftiness
slyness
untrustworthiness
unreliability
insincerity
disingenuousness
untruthfulness
falseness
mendacity
deceit
chicanery
trickery
swindling
cheating
defrauding
double-dealing
sharp practice
corruption
crookedness
shadiness
unscrupulousness
unconscionability
Definitions
- The quality of being dishonest, untruthful, or deceitful
- * Lack of integrity, probity, or trustworthiness
Usage Examples
- The company's dishonestness in dealing with customers led to a loss of trust and reputation
- * The politician's dishonestness about their intentions was revealed in the investigation