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rectitude

/ˈrektɪtjuːd/
rec · ti · tude ˈrekt · ɪ · tjuːd
English Definition
n. Honesty and integrity; uprightness
中文释义
正直,诚实
Significado en Español
rectitud
한국어 뜻
정직, 청렴
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự ngay thẳng, chính trực
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Example Sentence

He was known for his unwavering rectitude.

他以坚定不移的正直而闻名。

Synonyms
integrity probity honesty
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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.

  1. A honesty
  2. B wealth
  3. C confusion
  4. D apathy
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A — honesty. “rectitude” means n. Honesty and integrity; uprightness

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

The honest judge was widely admired for her moral ______ and unwavering fairness.

  1. A rectitude
  2. B corruption
  3. C dishonesty
  4. D deceit
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A — rectitude. “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.

How do you use “rectitude” in a sentence?

He was known for his unwavering rectitude. (他以坚定不移的正直而闻名。)

What are synonyms for “rectitude”?

integrity, probity, honesty — all close in meaning to rectitude (n. Honesty and integrity; uprightness).

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.

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