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probity

nounHigh-frequency wordMore P words

complete honesty and uprightness of character

Word origin: From Latin probitas, uprightness, from probus, good or honest.

In a sentence

Probity in a sentence

Here are example sentences showing probity in a sentence.

Her financial probity made her the obvious choice for treasurer.

The auditor was chosen for her unimpeachable probity as much as her technical skill.

Synonyms
integrityrectitudehonestyuprightness
Antonyms
dishonestycorruptiondeceit
Usage & nuance

Using “probity” well

Probity is a formal word for deep moral integrity, especially honesty that withstands temptation.

Common questions

Questions about “probity

Probity (noun) means complete honesty and uprightness of character
Here is probity used in an example sentence: "Her financial probity made her the obvious choice for treasurer." Another example: "The auditor was chosen for her unimpeachable probity as much as her technical skill."
Common synonyms for probity include integrity, rectitude, honesty, uprightness.
Antonyms of probity include dishonesty, corruption, deceit.
On the GRE, probity clusters with integrity, rectitude, honesty, and uprightness, opposing dishonesty, corruption, and deceit.
Yes. Probity is a high-frequency GRE word, so it is worth prioritising as you build your vocabulary.

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