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Dishonest Definition & Meaning

dishonest
adjective
  1. deceptive or fraudulent; disposed to cheat or defraud or deceive
  2. capable of being corrupted; "corruptible judges"; "dishonest politicians"; "a purchasable senator"; "a venal police officer"

"Dishonest" in song lyrics

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  • "You sayin' you dishonest"
    Layzie Bone f/ Baby Bash — Spend the Night
  • "Aimed at those were dishonest"
    Mr. Lif — Enters the Colossus
  • "Your man want answers, why play me dishonest?"
    Obie Trice — Secrets

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Frequently asked questions

What does dishonest mean?
deceptive or fraudulent; disposed to cheat or defraud or deceive capable of being corrupted; "corruptible judges"; "dishonest politicians"; "a purchasable senator"; "a venal police officer"
What part of speech is dishonest?
Dishonest is an adjective.
How many definitions does dishonest have?
Dishonest has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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