Integrity

Quality of being honest and having strong moral principles.

honesty probity uprightness

Integrity is the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; it also refers to the state of being complete or whole. In computer science, integrity means maintaining and assuring the accuracy and completeness of data.

/ɪnˈteɡrɪti/

From Latin integritas, meaning 'wholeness, entireness'.

Integrity means being honest and doing the right thing, even when no one is watching, like always telling the truth or keeping a promise.

The word 'integrity' comes from the Latin word 'integritas', meaning wholeness or completeness
Many professions, like law and medicine, have codes of integrity to guide ethical behavior
Nelson Mandela was known for his unwavering integrity during his fight against apartheid

What does integrity mean? It means being honest and having strong moral principles
Why is integrity important? It builds trust and respect in relationships
Can someone lose their integrity? Yes, by acting dishonestly or violating moral principles

honesty probity uprightness wholeness completeness

dishonesty corruption deceit

ethics morality virtue

honesty trustworthiness sincerity

computer science term moral concept philosophical concept