Synonyms for honest

Some common synonyms of honest are: honest [a.] 1. Honorable, fair, straightforward, equitable, open, free from fraud, faithful to contract, according to agreement, just as represented. 2. Upright, virtuous, conscientious, just, true, fair, faithful, reliable, trusty, trustworthy, observant of obligations, that stands by one's word, as good as one's word. 3. Genuine, free from shams, thorough, faithful. 4. Decent, honorable, reputable, respectable, creditable, suitable, proper. 5. Decent, chaste, virtuous, faithful. 6. Sincere, candid, frank, unreserved, ingenuous.