sincerity
noun
sin·cer·i·ty
sin-ˈser-ə-tē 
-ˈsir-
-ˈsir-
sən-
: the quality or state of being sincere : honesty of mind : freedom from hypocrisy
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Dozens of people shared the post, and most of the public shares showed critical commentary that questioned Hill’s sincerity.
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Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 25 Feb. 2025
Based on Michael Bond’s books, the original movie and especially the sequel stand out for their appeal to all ages — from the children toward whom they’re geared to the abundance of adults who relish their sincerity, humanity and flair.
—Natalia Winkelman, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2025
These upcoming collections offer symbolic pieces designed to speak to the values of intentional, committed relationships and aim to inspire wearers to approach love with sincerity, fostering meaningful connections in a world where commitment often feels fleeting.
—WWD, 28 Jan. 2025
The movie does excel at toggling between comedy and sincerity, although the two modes are rarely channeled within the same sequences.
—Natalia Winkelman, IndieWire, 27 Jan. 2025
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Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 25 Feb. 2025
Based on Michael Bond’s books, the original movie and especially the sequel stand out for their appeal to all ages — from the children toward whom they’re geared to the abundance of adults who relish their sincerity, humanity and flair.
—Natalia Winkelman, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2025
These upcoming collections offer symbolic pieces designed to speak to the values of intentional, committed relationships and aim to inspire wearers to approach love with sincerity, fostering meaningful connections in a world where commitment often feels fleeting.
—WWD, 28 Jan. 2025
The movie does excel at toggling between comedy and sincerity, although the two modes are rarely channeled within the same sequences.
—Natalia Winkelman, IndieWire, 27 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for sincerity
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“Sincerity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sincerity. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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