Example: It is the duty of truthfulness to always tell what happened.
Definition
"The duty of truthfulness" is the moral obligation to consistently provide honest and accurate information, avoiding lies or deception. It emphasizes the importance of sincerity and integrity in communication, particularly in ethical and philosophical contexts.
The phrase "the duty of truthfulness" combines the word "duty," derived from Old French 'deu' meaning something owed, with "truthfulness," which comes from the Old English 'trēowþ' meaning faith or fidelity. Together, they highlight a longstanding philosophical concept emphasizing moral responsibility to be honest.
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"The duty of truthfulness" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Philosophy - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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