Honesty is the best policy.

Meaning: It is always better to be honest, even if it is difficult.

Choice of Words: Honesty means the quality of being truthful and trustworthy, while policy is a course or principle of action adopted or proposed by a government, party, business, or individual.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• Honesty is the best policy, she believed.
• Honesty is the best policy, lies always catch up.
• Honesty is always the best policy.
• Honesty is the best policy, always.
• Honesty is the best policy, even when it's hard.
• Honesty is always the best choice.
• Policy protects against unexpected events.
• Coverage limits vary by policy type.
• The insurance policy protected the homeowner.
• Policy clear on refund process.