sincerity

noun

sin·​cer·​i·​ty sin-ˈser-ə-tē How to pronounce sincerity (audio) -ˈsir- How to pronounce sincerity (audio)
sən-
: the quality or state of being sincere : honesty of mind : freedom from hypocrisy

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Leaders can use short, personal video messages for feedback, recognition and updates because video conveys something text never will: tone, sincerity and connection. Chris Savage, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025 While some moments certainly sizzle more than others, there’s more than enough sincerity and goofy charisma on stage to keep the show powered. Sara Holdren, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2025 Couric stresses that because cancer has touched her life so closely, her longtime advocacy work comes from a place of sincerity. Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 11 Mar. 2025 While the first half of the album was made for the dancefloor, Mayhem paces down about halfway through with Gaga’s signature sincerity. James Factora, Them, 7 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sincerity

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sincerity was in the 15th century

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“Sincerity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sincerity. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.

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