Synonyms

sincerity

American

[sin-ser-i-tee] / sɪnˈsɛr ɪ ti /

noun

freedom from deceit, hypocrisy, or duplicity; honesty in intention or in communicating; earnestness.

Synonyms:

frankness, candor, truth

Antonyms:

duplicity

Related Words

See honor.

Other Word Forms

supersincerity noun

Etymology

Origin of sincerity

First recorded in 1540–50; from the Latin word sincēritās; sincere, -ity

Example Sentences

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Mansky, a member of the Academy, said Talankin's sincerity won people over.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

Scared by his sincerity, Violetta warns him off with a bouncy display of vocal fireworks that declare that she isn’t one to be caged by commitment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

Her “Wuthering Heights” is a great film because it doesn’t try to be anything more than a feeling, transmitted with the utmost sincerity and beauty.

From Salon • Feb. 14, 2026

"Peace is not just the absence of violence. It requires trust, justice and political sincerity," Mang Khongsai, a Kuki student leader, told the BBC.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026

“I’m so sorry to hear that, sweetheart,” Trina said, her voice full of the deepest sincerity.

From "The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin)" by James Dashner

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