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probity

/ˈpɹəʊbɪti/
Meanings
  • noun

    The quality of having or showing high moral standards and honesty.

    - "He is known for his probity and honesty."
    - "The company's probity was questioned in the scandal."
    - "Probity is an essential virtue for a leader."
Antonyms

wickedness
Synonyms

decency , godliness , goodness , honesty , honor , righteousness , saintliness , uprightness , virtue
Rhymes
Words rhyming with probity
nobility , piety , city , unity
Variants
List of all variants of probity that leads to same result
probities , probity
Etymology
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From Latin probitas, from probare ‘test, prove’.

Trivia
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  1. Probity is the opposite of impiety.

  2. In ancient Rome, probity was considered a necessary virtue for magistrates.

  3. Probity is also used in the context of financial reporting and auditing.

Related Concepts
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  1. Integrity: A closely related concept to probity, referring to consistency of actions, values, methods, and principles.

  2. Honesty: An essential component of probity, involving truthfulness and sincerity in actions and communications.

Culture
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Probity has been a significant concept in various cultures and religions, representing moral integrity, honesty, and trustworthiness.

How to Memorize "probity"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a person with a halo above their head, symbolizing their high moral standards and honesty.

  2. associate

    - Associate probity with the image of a scale, representing balance and fairness.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember: Probity starts with P, for 'Pristine Honesty'.

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1. Association of the word: Think of the word 'probiotics', which are beneficial bacteria found in certain foods. The word 'probity' sounds similar and means high moral standards or integrity.

2. Visualization: Imagine a person with a 'probity' badge, representing their strong moral principles and upright behavior.

3. Mnemonic sentence: Create a sentence using the word 'probity', such as 'The judge's probity was unquestioned in the courtroom.'

4. Breaking down the word: Break down the word 'probity' into syllables: pro-bi-ty. Repeat this breakdown to help remember the word.

5. Regular repetition: Regularly review the word 'probity' and its meaning to help reinforce it in your memory.

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