integrity
Meaning
Integrity refers to the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles, as well as the consistency of actions, values, methods, measures, and principles. It embodies a sense of wholeness and undividedness, often associated with ethical conduct
💡 While often used interchangeably with honesty, "integrity" encompasses a broader spectrum of ethical behavior and adherence to moral values, making it a more comprehensive term in discussions of character and ethics.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Emma
unlocked
the
caf
é
early
and
arranged
the
pastries
with
meticulous
care
,
thinking
about
the
day
ahead
.
While
wiping
down
tables
she
found
a
leather
wallet
tucked
under
a
chair
and
identified
the
owner
from
the
ID
inside
.
Rather
than
pocketing
it
,
she
called
the
number
on
the
card
and
organised
a
prompt
return
,
explaining
honestly
what
had
happened
.
Her
manager
praised
her
integrity
and
noted
how
consistently
she
handled
even
minor
responsibilities
,
which
bolstered
the
team's
trust
.
The
owner
arrived
grateful
,
and
Emma
experienced
a
quiet
satisfaction
that
came
from
acting
in
accordance
with
her
principles
.
As
customers
streamed
in
,
her
calm
demeanour
and
conscientious
attention
to
detail
helped
maintain
a
pleasant
atmosphere
for
the
morning
rush
.
Common Phrases
moral integrity
personal integrity
integrity of data
Synonyms
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