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integrity

[ɪnˈtɛɡrəti]

integrity Definition

  • 1the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles
  • 2the state of being whole and undivided

Using integrity: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "integrity" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He is a man of integrity who always keeps his promises.

  • Example

    The company's reputation for integrity has been damaged by the scandal.

  • Example

    She resigned from her position in protest against the lack of integrity in the organization.

integrity Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for integrity

Idioms Using integrity

  • have the moral courage or strength of character to do something

    Example

    He had the integrity to admit his mistake and apologize.

  • maintain one's honesty and moral principles

    Example

    Despite the pressure to compromise, she managed to keep her integrity intact.

  • question someone's integrity

    doubt or challenge someone's honesty or moral principles

    Example

    The accusations have raised serious questions about the integrity of the company's management.

Phrases with integrity

  • the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles in one's personal life

    Example

    He has always maintained his personal integrity, even in difficult situations.

  • the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles in one's professional life

    Example

    As a lawyer, she takes her professional integrity very seriously.

  • a process of verifying the integrity of data or information

    Example

    The system performs an integrity check to ensure that the data has not been corrupted.

Origins of integrity

from Latin 'integer', meaning 'whole or complete'

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Summary: integrity in Brief

'Integrity' [ɪnˈtɛɡrəti] refers to the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles, as well as the state of being whole and undivided. It can be applied to both personal and professional contexts, as in 'He is a man of integrity who always keeps his promises.' The phrase 'have the integrity to do something' denotes moral courage, while 'question someone's integrity' implies doubt or challenge to one's honesty.

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