Integrity
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪnˈtɛɡɹəti/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Integrity is a noun meaning Steadfast adherence to a strict moral or ethical code.
Meaning
Steadfast adherence to a strict moral or ethical code.
More Meanings
- The state of being wholesome; unimpaired
- The quality or condition of being complete; pure
- (aviation) The ability of systems to provide timely warnings to users when they should not be used for navigation.
- Trustworthiness; keeping one's word.
- (cryptography) With regards to data encryption, ensuring that information is not altered by unauthorized persons in a way that is not detectable by authorized users.
Example Sentences
Stand up, good Canterbury: Thy truth and thy integrity is rooted […]
Living a lie saps us of integrity and moral cohesion to the point that we can no longer distinguish between the artifice being propped up and the real world.
Word Forms
- integrities
Synonyms for integrity
Depending on context, synonyms include decency, goodness, honesty, probity, rectitude, sincerity.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include wholeness, unity, propriety, probity, righteousness, soundness.
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