ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Sincere

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /sɪnˈsɪə(ɹ)/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Sincere is an adjective meaning Genuine; meaning what one says or does; heartfelt.

Meaning

Genuine; meaning what one says or does; heartfelt.

More Meanings

  1. Meant truly or earnestly.
  2. (archaic) clean; pure

Example Sentences

She gave it a sincere if misguided effort.
I believe he is sincere in his offer to help.
My sincerest apologies to Brother Ron Smith in the December ish.
If you choose to pull the trigger, should your drama prove sincere Do it somewhere far away from here

Word Forms

Synonyms for sincere

Depending on context, synonyms include earnest, solemn, fervent, cordial, serious, devout.

Antonyms for sincere

Common opposites include insincere, angelfish.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include honest, earnest, true, whole-souled, wholehearted, heart-whole.

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