Probidad (en. Probity)

/pro.bi.dad/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Quality of acting with integrity and honesty.
Probity is fundamental in public service.
La probidad es fundamental en la función pública.
Upright behavior in accordance with morality.
He stood out for his probity in business.
Se destacó por su probidad en los negocios.
Virtue of being honest and fair.
The probity of the judge was praised by everyone.
La probidad de la jueza fue alabada por todos.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'probitas', which means uprightness.

Common Phrases and Expressions

act with probity
To behave honestly and rightly in actions and decisions.
actuar con probidad
maintain probity
To preserve integrity and honesty in behavior.
mantener la probidad

Related Words

honesty
Quality of being honest, free from deceit.
honestidad
integrity
State of being whole and uncorrupted.
integridad
uprightness
Quality of what is right or straight.
rectitud

Slang Meanings

To be a fair and honest person.
That guy is pure probity.
Ese tipo es pura probidad.
To act correctly in difficult situations.
Probity leads you to make the best decision.
La probidad te lleva a tomar la mejor decisión.