Truthful
/ˈtruːθfəl/
Definitions
Adhering to facts; expressing the truth; honest.
/ˈtruːθfəl/
Being in accordance with fact or reality.
She gave a truthful answer to the difficult question.
💡 Simply: Being truthful means you always say what's real, no matter what. Like when you tell your mom you ate the cookie even though she didn't see you!
👶 For kids: Telling the truth.
More Examples
The witness was praised for her truthful testimony.
It's important to be truthful in all your dealings with others.
The company published a truthful report about its environmental impact.
How It's Used
"He is known for being a truthful person."
"The witness provided a truthful account of the events."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
truth be told
Used to introduce a statement that may be surprising or that one might have been reluctant to say.
"Truth be told, I didn't enjoy the movie very much."
From Middle English *trowtheful*, equivalent to 'truth' + '-ful'.
The word 'truthful' has been used consistently throughout history to describe someone or something that is honest and in accordance with facts, as can be seen in religious and legal texts.
Memory tip
Think of someone always telling the TRUTH, making them TRUTHFUL.
Word Origin
"conformity with fact or reality"