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HON'ESTY, n. on'esty. L. honestas.

1. In principle, an upright disposition moral rectitude of heart a disposition to conform to justice and correct moral principles, in all social transactions. In fact, upright conduct an actual conformity to justice and moral rectitude.
2. Fairness candor truth as the honesty of a narrative.
3. Frank sincerity.

Honesty is chiefly applicable to social transactions, or mutual dealings in the exchange of property.

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Entry for 'Honesty'. King James Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​kjd/​h/honesty.html.
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