What is the comparative form of “honest”?

The comparative form of “honest” is “more honest”.

Example

He is more honest than his brother.

Example

She is more honest with herself now.

What is the superlative form of “honest”?

The superlative form of “honest” is “most honest”.

Example

Among all the candidates, he is the most honest.

Example

Her feedback was the most honest I've received.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "honest" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more honest" and "most honest" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of truthfulness or sincerity.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Honest" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more honest”

more truthful

Used to describe someone who is more inclined to tell the truth.

Example

I find him more truthful than others.

more sincere

Used to indicate that someone is more genuine or authentic in their words or actions.

Example

Her apology seemed more sincere this time.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most honest”

most truthful

Used to describe someone who is the most inclined to tell the truth.

Example

The witness was the most truthful during the trial.

most sincere

Used to indicate that someone is the most genuine or authentic in their words or actions.

Example

His gratitude was the most sincere I've ever seen.

Using than with comparative “more honest”

When using the comparative form "more honest" to compare two people, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "He is more honest than his brother." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of honesty in "him" is higher than the level of honesty in "his brother."

How can I use this expression in context?

“more honest” and “most honest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

1People
She is more honest with herself now.
She is more honest with herself now.
2Feedback
Her feedback was the most honest I've received.
Her feedback was the most honest I've received.
3Opinions
His opinion is more honest than others.
His opinion is more honest than others.
4Actions
Her apology seemed more sincere this time.
Her apology seemed more sincere this time.

Related idioms and phrases

Straight shooter

Someone who is honest and direct in their communication.

Example

I appreciate working with him because he is a straight shooter.

Tell it like it is

To speak honestly and directly without sugarcoating or hiding the truth.

Example

She always tells it like it is, which I admire.