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Definition of dishonesty

dishonesty

/dɪsˈɑːnəsti/
dis · hon · es · ty
Adverb:dishonestly
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Plural:dishonesties
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Adjective:dishonest
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• noun

1

The quality or practice of being untruthful, deceitful, or fraudulent; a lack of moral integrity or fairness.

Example

"The committee had a strict policy regarding academic dishonesty and plagiarism."

2

A specific dishonest act, statement, or practice.

Example

"Years of petty dishonesties eventually eroded the trust between the business partners."

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• Rhymes for dishonesty

• Nearby Words

dishful
dishonest
dishonestly
dishonesty
dishonor
dishonorable
dishonorably

Word Origin & Etymology

Entered Middle English in the late 14th century via Old French deshoneste, formed from the privative prefix dis- and honeste (ultimately from Latin honestas, meaning 'honor' or 'moral integrity').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Dishonesty. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/dishonesty
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