Truthful

/ˈtruːθfəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

characterized by truth; honest and accurate in words, actions, and intentions.

She is always truthful in her responses, ensuring there are no misunderstandings.

expressing or conveying the truth.

The witness gave a truthful account of the events that transpired.

not containing falsehoods; factual.

The report must be truthful to maintain the integrity of the research.

Derived from the word 'truth', combined with the suffix '-ful' indicating 'full of' or 'characterized by'.

truth will out

the truth will eventually be revealed.

in all honesty

speaking truthfully; candidly.

speak truth to power

to address or challenge someone in authority with the truth.

truth

the quality or state of being in accordance with fact or reality.

honesty

the quality of being honest; integrity.

keeping it real

In this world, we all appreciate someone who is keeping it real.

real talk

When he gave me his opinion, it was real talk, no nonsense.