integrity
[ in-teg-ri-tee ]
/ ɪnˈtɛg rɪ ti /
noun
adherence to moral and ethical principles; soundness of moral character; honesty.
the state of being whole, entire, or undiminished: to preserve the integrity of the empire.
a sound, unimpaired, or perfect condition: the integrity of a ship's hull.
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synonym study for integrity
1. See honor.
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British Dictionary definitions for integrity
integrity
/ (ɪnˈtɛɡrɪtɪ) /
noun
adherence to moral principles; honesty
the quality of being unimpaired; soundness
unity; wholeness
Word Origin for integrity
C15: from Latin integritās; see integer
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Medical definitions for integrity
integrity
[ ĭn-tĕg′rĭ-tē ]
n.
The state of being unimpaired; soundness or wholeness.
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