integrity - Master This Word
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integrity Word Meanings
- the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles
- the state of being whole and undivided
- adherence to moral and ethical principles
integrity Example Sentences
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integrity Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ɪnˈtɛɡrɪti/
US
/ɪnˈtɛɡrɪti/
integrity Word Etymology
Latin 'integritas' (wholeness, completeness): 'integr-' (whole) + '-itas' (suffix forming nouns). The term evolved through Old French to English, representing both moral completeness and intactness. Imagine a seamless circle symbolizing purity and completeness in one's character.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
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I square my shoulders and pull my attention toward the task at hand. When the plan wobbles, I push through, adjust my pace, and keep moving. The effort feels steady, like a line held taut as I resist shortcuts. This steady choice, day after day, is integrity in action.
Real Context
Integrity as a noun covers both moral character and the quality of being whole or undamaged. In everyday English, integrity is often associated with honesty, trustworthiness, and moral courage; however, the term also appears in technical or organizational contexts to describe system integrity, data integrity, or the coherence of a plan. Learners may confuse these senses: someone can be personally honest but their actions still lack integrity if they are inconsistent with stated principles, or a product can be complete but fail morally. Emphasize that integrity blends character and cohesion, connecting values with actions across situations.
Usage Reminders
- 1) Integrity is more than honesty. 2) Recognize both moral and structural senses. 3) Watch for collocations like personal integrity and data integrity. 4) Don’t assume complete equals morally pure. 5) Use in varied contexts to show consistency. 6) Distinguish integrity from good reputation alone.
Common Misconceptions
- Integrity means being perfect or never making mistakes.
- Integrity is only about telling the truth in interviews.
- If something is complete, it must have integrity.
- Integrity equals simply having a good reputation.
- You can have integrity in one area of life but not another.
Thinking Differences
In English, integrity often blends personal virtue with consistency across actions and promises. Learners may split the sense into either 'honesty' or 'being complete/undamaged,' which can obscure when to use integrity for people, data, or systems.
Learning Tips
- Learn both senses: ethical integrity and system/data integrity.
- Use collocations: personal integrity, data integrity, system integrity.
- Contrast integrity with honesty vs. completeness to avoid misuses.
- Practice in varied contexts: business, tech, personal life.
- Watch the tone: formal contexts prefer integrity over vague 'good character.'
- Check translations for sense shift in non-English languages.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 2: Usage
Which of the following sentences uses 'integrity' correctly?
A.Integrity is the key to success in life.
B.He was very brave and showed integrity.
C.She lacked integrity in her actions.
D.They were laughing with integrity.
Step 3: Similar Words
What is a synonym for 'integrity'?
A.Dishonesty
B.Sincerity
C.Deceit
D.Fraud
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is an antonym for 'integrity'?
A.Loyalty
B.Honor
C.Truth
D.Corruption
Step 5: Mastery
In what real-life situation is 'integrity' important?
A.Playing video games
B.Sleeping
C.Job interview
D.Watching TV
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