Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
a man/woman of his/her word
phrase
/ə mæn/ˈwʊmən ʌv hɪz/hɜr wɜrd/
Definition
A person who keeps their promises and is trustworthy.
Examples
- John is a man of his word; he always honors his commitments.
- When Sarah said she’d help with the project, I knew she was a woman of her word.
- It’s rare to find someone who is truly a man of his word in business deals.
Meaning
This phrase describes someone who can be relied upon to follow through with their commitments and statements.
Synonyms
- trustworthy
- reliable
- dependable
- faithful
- honest
