Definition

In a way that is not honest or truthful; involving deceit or trickery.

Example

He acted dishonestly by lying about his qualifications.

Conversation

Did you hear about the guy who cheated on the exam?

Yeah, I heard he did it dishonestly and got caught.

It's crazy how people think they can get away with things like that.

I know! It's just not worth it in the end.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dishonestly → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart or away) and "honest" (from Latin "honestus", meaning honorable or respectable) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "dishonestly" means in a manner that is not honorable or respectable, indicating a lack of integrity.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not honorable' ('dis-' means apart and 'honest' means honorable) to remember that 'dishonestly' refers to acting in a way that lacks integrity.

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