Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
honest-injun
idiomatic expression
/ˈɒnɪst ˈɪn.dʒən/
Definition
A playful expression used to emphasize truthfulness or sincerity.
Examples
- When I told her I liked her cooking, I was honest-injun.
- He promised to be honest-injun about what happened at the party.
Meaning
It suggests that the speaker is telling the truth, similar to saying ‘I swear’ or ‘I promise’.
Synonyms
- Truthfully
- For real
- Honestly
