ve·rac·i·ty (v -r s  -t )n. pl. ve·rac·i·ties 1. Adherence to the truth; truthfulness. See Synonyms at truth. 2. Conformity to fact or truth; accuracy or precision: a report of doubtful veracity. 3. Something that is true. [Medieval Latin v r cits, from Latin vrx, vrc-, true; see veracious.] |
veracity [vɛˈræsɪtɪ]
n pl -ties
1. truthfulness or honesty, esp when consistent or habitual
2. precision; accuracy
3. something true; a truth
[from Medieval Latin vērācitās, from Latin vērax; see veracious]
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Noun | 1. | veracity - unwillingness to tell lies truthfulness - the quality of being truthful mendacity - the tendency to be untruthful |
veracity
noun
1. accuracy, truth, credibility, precision, exactitude We have total confidence in the veracity of our research.
2. truthfulness, integrity, honesty, candour, frankness, probity, rectitude, trustworthiness, uprightness He was shocked to find his veracity being questioned.
Translations
veracity
n (of person) → Ehrlichkeit f, → Aufrichtigkeit f; (of report, evidence) → Wahrheit f, → Richtigkeit f
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