truthful
Truthful (adj) means Honest and inclined to tell the truth. Example: “He gave a truthful account of what happened at the meeting.”
How to use truthful
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes someone honest, or a statement that accurately reflects reality.
Word forms
more truthful comparative, most truthful superlative
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He gave a _____ account of what happened at the meeting.
Etymology
From truth + -ful. Piecewise doublet of trothful, from Middle English trouþeful.
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What does “truthful” mean?
The word “truthful” means honest and inclined to tell the truth. In plain terms, describes someone honest, or a statement that accurately reflects reality.
How do you pronounce “truthful”?
“Truthful” is pronounced TROOTH-fl (/ˈtɹuːθ.f(ə)l/ in IPA).
How do you use “truthful” in a sentence?
Here is “truthful” used in a sentence: “He gave a truthful account of what happened at the meeting.”
What is the opposite of “truthful”?
The opposite of “truthful” — its antonyms — is untruthful.
What part of speech is “truthful”?
“Truthful” is an adjective.
Is “truthful” a common word?
“Truthful” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.