honest
US /ˈɑː.nɪst/
UK /ˈɑː.nɪst/
1.
诚实的, 正直的
free of deceit and untruthfulness; sincere
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He gave an honest answer to the question.
他对问题给出了诚实的回答。
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To be honest, I don't like the new design.
说实话，我不喜欢这个新设计。
2.
公正的, 合法的
fair and legitimate
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It was an honest mistake, I assure you.
我向你保证，那是一个无心的错误。
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He made an honest living as a carpenter.
他以木匠的身份诚实谋生。