Truthful/honest
What is the difference in meaning between:
- I don't think he was completely honest/truthful about his personal life.
- She's a very honest/truthful person.
Even though I'd choose "honest", they do look very, very similar to me. What do you think?
Thank you.
Top answer
The two words are synonymous and can be used interchangeably, in general. However, there can be a nuance. "Honest" is more everyday-sounding.
- The two words are synonymous and can be used interchangeably, in general.
- However, there can be a nuance.
- "Honest" is more everyday-sounding.
- "Truthful" is more abstract and formal-sounding.
- And "honest" usually implies are more moral type of judgment.
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The two words are synonymous and can be used interchangeably, in general. However, there can be a nuance. "Honest" is more everyday-sounding. "Truthful" is more abstract and formal-sounding. And "honest" usually implies are more moral type of judgment. Some examples:
"My English professor insists that I be truthful in all of my writing." (This is in an academic, more formal
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