🇬🇧🇨🇳 dishonest - 不诚实 : English Lesson
adjective
Meaning of "dishonest" ("不诚实"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.
If someone is dishonest, they don’t tell the truth or they try to trick people on purpose, even when they know it’s wrong. A dishonest person might lie, cheat, or hide important facts to get what they want.
My dishonest alarm clock promised to wake me up, then hit its own snooze button and went back to sleep.
The dishonest cookie thief said, “I didn’t eat any cookies,” while crumbs were still falling out of his mouth.
The dishonest magician said he could make my homework disappear; he just threw it in the trash.
The dishonest cupcake said, “I’m zero calories,” right before leaping into my mouth.
The dishonest pencil said it ran out of lead, but it just didn’t feel like writing the essay.
Anna saw a boy take coins and tell a lie. The act was dishonest. His next game was dishonest when he moved marbles while no one watched. His smile was dishonest, his story dishonest, his tone dishonest. The friends made him return the coins. He said sorry with tears. They forgave him but looked tired.
🧑🎓 CEFR Level: B2 Upper Intermediate
This word is at the B2 level, which means it’s used in more complex conversations and texts. It helps you discuss abstract ideas, express opinions clearly, and engage in discussions on a variety of topics, both personal and professional.
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