veracity

[ vuh-ras-i-tee ]

noun

, plural ve·rac·i·ties

1. habitual observance of truth in speech or statement; truthfulness:

   He was not noted for his veracity.

   Synonyms: credibility, integrity, honesty

2. conformity to truth or fact; accuracy:

   to question the veracity of his account.

3. correctness or accuracy, as of the senses or of a scientific instrument.
4. something veracious; a truth.

veracity

/ vɛˈræsɪtɪ /

noun

1. truthfulness or honesty, esp when consistent or habitual
2. precision; accuracy
3. something true; a truth

Other Words From

• nonve·raci·ty noun plural nonveracities

Word History and Origins

Origin of veracity¹

First recorded in 1615–25; from Medieval Latin vērācitās, from Latin vērāc-, stem of vērāx “true” + -itās -ity

Word History and Origins

Origin of veracity¹

C17: from Medieval Latin vērācitās, from Latin vērax; see veracious

Example Sentences

Leading Israeli security journalists questioned the veracity of the reports.

From BBC

"I think we all aimed for veracity. We weren't trying to vilify Trump, which I think a lot of people think that's the only reason we would make this film."

From BBC

Since then they have compared the DNA with that of historical figures from different countries and regions in order to solve the mystery, using technological advances to ensure the veracity of the results.

From BBC

He will say anything that leaps to mind, or anything he thinks will help him win, no matter the veracity or collateral damage.

From Los Angeles Times

Far from raising questions about the clip’s veracity, it just fuelled backlash from people who thought the allegation of fakery was just an excuse or an attempt to evade accountability.

From BBC

Related Words

• accuracy
• authenticity
• credibility
• fairness
• genuineness
• honesty
• impartiality
• integrity
• probity
• rectitude
• rightness
• sincerity
• trustworthiness
• truthfulness