Sincerity

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /sɪnˈsɛrəti/

Definitions of sincerity

noun the quality of being honest and genuine

Example Sentences

A1 She spoke with sincerity when she apologized for her mistake.

A2 His sincerity in helping others is truly admirable.

B1 The sincerity of her emotions was evident in her voice.

B2 The politician's lack of sincerity was apparent to the audience.

C1 Her sincerity in her beliefs was unwavering despite opposition.

C2 The artist's work was praised for its depth and sincerity.

adjective sincere

Example Sentences

A1 She spoke with sincerity when she thanked him for the gift.

A2 His sincerity in helping others is truly admirable.

B1 The politician's sincerity in addressing the issue was questioned by many.

B2 Her sincerity in expressing her feelings was evident to all who listened.

C1 The CEO's sincerity in his commitment to ethical business practices was unquestionable.

C2 The artist's work was praised for its depth and sincerity in conveying raw emotions.

Examples of sincerity in a Sentence

formal Her sincerity in expressing her condolences was truly touching.

informal I can tell by his sincerity that he really means what he says.

slang I appreciate your realness and sincerity in this matter.

figurative The sincerity of the artist's brushstrokes brought the painting to life.

Grammatical Forms of sincerity

plural

sincerities

comparative

more sincere

superlative

most sincere

present tense

sincerity

future tense

will show sincerity

perfect tense

has shown sincerity

continuous tense

is showing sincerity

singular

sincerity

positive degree

sincere

infinitive

to be sincere

gerund

sincerity

participle

sincere

Origin and Evolution of sincerity

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'sincerity' originated from the Latin word 'sincerus', meaning 'pure' or 'clean'. It was later adapted into Old French as 'sincere', which eventually evolved into the English word 'sincerity'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe purity and cleanliness, 'sincerity' evolved over time to represent honesty, genuineness, and authenticity in one's words and actions.