rectitude
/ˈrektɪtjuːd/
rec · ti · tude
ˈrekt · ɪ · tjuːd
English Definition
n. Honesty and integrity; uprightness
Significado en Español
rectitud
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự ngay thẳng, chính trực
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
rect (straight) + itude → uprightness, justice.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is closest in meaning to “rectitude”: The senator was praised for her rectitude, as she always acted with integrity and fairness.
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A
honesty
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B
wealth
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C
confusion
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D
apathy
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A — honesty.
“rectitude” means n. Honesty and integrity; uprightness
Common questions about “rectitude”
What does “rectitude” mean?
rectitude — n. Honesty and integrity; uprightness. In Chinese: 正直，诚实.
How do you pronounce “rectitude”?
rectitude is pronounced /ˈrektɪtjuːd/. It breaks into 3 syllables: rec · ti · tude.
Is “rectitude” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. rectitude appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “rectitude”?
rect (straight) + itude → uprightness, justice.
