Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
honest-to-goodness
idiom
/ˈɒnɪst tə ˈɡʊdnɪs/
Definition
A phrase used to emphasize sincerity, truthfulness, or authenticity of something or someone.
Examples
- She was an honest-to-goodness expert in her field.
- After searching for years, they finally found an honest-to-goodness treasure in the attic.
- The movie was an honest-to-goodness masterpiece.
Meaning
It is often used to express that something is genuine, real, or truly exists without exaggeration.
Synonyms
- Genuine
- Real
- Sincere
