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Definition of truthful

truthful

/ˈtruːθ.fəl/
truth · ful
Adverb:truthfully
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truthful Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Habitually speaking or telling the truth; honest and sincere.

Example

"The witness remained truthful throughout the lengthy cross-examination."

2

Conformable to truth or reality; factually accurate and realistic.

Example

"The documentary offers a truthful portrayal of everyday life in the rural village."

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• Rhymes for truthful

• Nearby Words

trusty
truth
truther
truthful
truthfully
truthfulness
truthiness

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the noun 'truth' (Old English 'treowth', meaning faithfulness or loyalty) combined with the suffix '-ful'.

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