honesto — meaning in English

English meaning

• fair adj Treating people equally and reasonably; just.
• honest adj Telling the truth and not inclined to lie, cheat, or steal.
• straight adjective Extending in one direction without bending or curving.

Senses

honesto is used for these senses in English:

• fair Just, equitable.
• honest (of a person or institution) Scrupulous with regard to telling the truth; not given to swindling, lying, or fraud; upright.
• straight (of a path, trajectory, etc.) Direct, undeviating. [from 15th c.]

fair — full definition

1. adj Treating people equally and reasonably; just.
2. adj Pale in skin or hair colour.
3. adj Reasonably good, but not excellent.
4. noun An outdoor event with entertainment, games, and stalls.
5. noun An event where businesses display and sell products.

honest — full definition

1. adj Telling the truth and not inclined to lie, cheat, or steal.
2. adj Sincere and fair, without hidden motives.

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