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Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency) - Honesty & Integrity

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Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency)
artless
artless
[Adjective]

simple and free from cunning

Ex: Her artless charm won over even the harshest critics. 
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candor
candor
[noun]

the habit of speaking truthfully and directly without evasion

Ex: She spoke with candor about the challenges she faced. 
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disinterested
disinterested
[Adjective]

not being involved in a situation or benefiting from it, thus able to act fairly

Ex: The disinterested third party was brought in to mediate the dispute and ensure fairness. 
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fidelity
fidelity
[noun]

the quality of showing loyalty and faithfulness to someone or something

Ex: He admired the dog's fidelity to its owner. 
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comely
comely
[Adjective]

proper, polite, or appropriate in behavior or appearance according to social standards

Ex: It was considered comely for guests to bring a small gift. 
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decorum
decorum
[noun]

behavior that conforms to accepted standards of propriety, etiquette, or social conduct

Ex: She maintained perfect decorum throughout the formal dinner. 
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guileless
guileless
[Adjective]

sincere and free from deceit

Ex: Her guileless smile made everyone feel at ease. 
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ingenuous
ingenuous
[Adjective]

showing simplicity, honesty, or innocence and willing to trust others due to a lack of life experience

Ex: Her ingenuous questions revealed how new she was to the industry. 
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probity
probity
[noun]

the quality of abiding by the highest moral principles

Ex: The judge was known for her unwavering probity and fairness. 
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propriety
propriety
[noun]

the way of behaving that is considered to be morally and socially correct and acceptable

Ex: She was known for her propriety at social gatherings. 
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punctilious
punctilious
[Adjective]

paying a lot of attention to the correctness of behavior or to detail

Ex: She approached her duties with a punctilious attitude, never missing a single appointment. 
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unfeigned
unfeigned
[Adjective]

without any pretense in feelings or expressions

Ex: His unfeigned appreciation for the thoughtful gift was evident in his heartfelt thank you. 
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veracious
veracious
[Adjective]

(of a person) habitually truthful and unwilling to lie or mislead

Ex: She was a veracious friend, always speaking with honesty. 
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irreproachable
irreproachable
[Adjective]

so perfect in conduct, character, or quality that no blame can be justified

Ex: Her integrity was irreproachable, even under intense scrutiny. 
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bona fide
bona fide
[Adjective]

honest and without having deceit

Ex: His bona fide intentions were clear when he offered to help without expecting anything in return. 
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Caesar's wife

a person whose behavior must be above suspicion because of their close association with someone important

Ex: As the CEO's assistant, she knew she had to act like Caesar's wife at all times. 
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unsullied
unsullied
[Adjective]

having a reputation or character that is completely free from shame, dishonor, or moral faults

Ex: His record remained unsullied after decades of public service. 
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to [toe] the mark

to conform strictly to rules, standards, or expectations

Ex: All staff must toe the mark regarding safety protocols. 
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