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probity

noun

Simple meaning

Complete honesty and strong moral standards.

Pronunciation

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prohbuhtee

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈpɹoʊbəti

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Definition

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noun

  1. Integrity, especially of the quality of having strong moral principles; decency and honesty.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C2 · Proficient (estimated)
Frequency
Rare

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How this word commonly comes across.

This meaning: Integrity, especially of the quality of having strong moral principles; decency and honesty.

Used this way, probity is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It turns up most in ethics or values contexts.

Emotional tone
Positive
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Gentle
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Honest and open
Usage feel
Precise and approving

Where it naturally appears

  • Ethics/values

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More ways to use probity

  • “In a world where financial probity may not be widespread.”noun

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Common Patterns and Combinations

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moral probitygreat probityfinancial probitypersonal probityknown probityintellectual probitystrict probity

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Word Family

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Word family

Words built from the same root.

  • probationnounDerived noun

    A trial period during which your character and abilities are tested to see whether you are suitable for work or for membership.

  • probableadjectiveDerived adjective

    Likely but not certain to be or become true or real.

  • probablyadverbDerived adverb

    With considerable certainty.

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