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Sincerity Definition & Meaning

sincerity
noun
  1. an earnest and sincere feeling
  2. the quality of being open and truthful; not deceitful or hypocritical; "his sincerity inspired belief"; "they demanded some proof of my sincerity"
  3. a quality of naturalness and simplicity; "the simple sincerity of folk songs"
  4. the trait of being serious; "a lack of solemnity is not necessarily a lack of seriousness"- Robert Rice

"Sincerity" in song lyrics

See how sincerity is used in real songs:

  • "living life, dignity, integrity, sincerity"
    1200 Techniques f/ Rashad Houghton — Fork in the Road
  • "Sincerity"
    Lily Allen — Cheryl Tweedy *
  • "But where's my sincerity?"
    The Brothahood — Journey Within

Usage tips for "sincerity"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "sincerity" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for sincerity to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does sincerity mean?
an earnest and sincere feeling the quality of being open and truthful; not deceitful or hypocritical; "his sincerity inspired belief"; "they demanded some proof of my sincerity" a quality of naturalness and simplicity; "the simple sincerity of folk songs" the trait of being serious; "a lack of solemnity is not necessarily a lack of seriousness"- Robert Rice
What part of speech is sincerity?
Sincerity is a noun.
How many definitions does sincerity have?
Sincerity has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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