Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
on-the-up-and-up
idiom
/ˈɒn ðə ʌp ənd ʌp/
Definition
Honest and legitimate; being genuine without any deception.
Examples
- The business deal was completely on-the-up-and-up, with no hidden fees.
- We decided to only work with suppliers who were known to be on-the-up-and-up.
- He assured me that his intentions were on-the-up-and-up when he proposed the partnership.
Meaning
The phrase ‘on-the-up-and-up’ indicates that something is straightforward, honest, and not shady. It conveys a sense of trust and integrity in actions or behaviors.
Synonyms
- honest
- genuine
- aboveboard
- legitimate
- trustworthy
