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phrase [verb-link PHRASE]If you say that someone or something is on the level, you mean that they are sincere or honest, and are not attempting to deceive people. [informal] There were probably moments when you wondered if anyone spoke the truth or was onthe level. Synonyms: honest, genuine, sincere, open More Synonyms of on the level See full dictionary entry for levelon the level in British English informal sincere, honest, or genuine See full dictionary entry for levelon the level in American English US Slang honest(ly) and fair(ly) See full dictionary entry for level honest and truthful Wait a minute, is this guy on the level or not? Examples of 'on the level' in a sentenceon the level Definition sincere or genuine There were moments where you wondered if anyone was on the level. Additional synonymsDefinition completely honest and open My financial dealings were always above board. Synonyms honest, straight, frank, square, genuine, proper, legitimate, straightforward, authentic, open, true, upright, honourable, overt, candid, truthful, forthright, upfront (informal), trustworthy, on the level (informal), bona fide, kosher (informal), dinkum (Australian, New Zealand, informal), fair and square, guileless, on the up and up, veracious, honest to goodness Definition genuine or right He was a fair dinkum bloke with no pretensions. Synonyms genuine, honest, natural, frank, sincere, candid, upfront (informal), artless, guilelessDefinition in agreement with rules I wanted them to get a fair deal. Synonyms unbiased, impartial, even-handed, unprejudiced, just, clean, square, equal, objective, reasonable, proper, legitimate, upright, honourable, honest, equitable, lawful, trustworthy, on the level (informal), disinterested, dispassionate, above board, according to the rules Nearby words ofon the level - on the horns of a dilemma
- on the house
- on the increase
- on the level
- on the line
- on the loose
- on the march
Additional synonymsDefinition (of a person) honest and without pretence She is a very caring and genuine person. Synonyms sincere, straightforward, honest, natural, frank, candid, upfront (informal), dinkum (Australian, New Zealand, informal), artless, guilelessDefinition honest and frank She has an open, trusting nature. Synonyms frank, direct, natural, plain, innocent, straightforward, sincere, transparent, honest, candid, truthful, upfront (informal), plain-spoken, above board, unreserved, artless, ingenuous, guileless, straight from the shoulder (informal), opN Definition genuine and honest He accepted her apologies as sincere. Synonyms honest, genuine, real, true, serious, natural, earnest, frank, open, straightforward, candid, unaffected, no-nonsense, heartfelt, upfront (informal), bona fide, wholehearted, dinkum (Australian, New Zealand, informal), artless, guileless, unfeignedDefinition fair and honest We are asking for a square deal. Synonyms fair, just, straight, genuine, decent, ethical, straightforward, upright, honest, equitable, upfront (informal), on the level (informal), kosher (informal), dinkum (Australian, New Zealand, informal), above board, fair and square, on the up and up Definition honest, respectable, or reliable You need to be straight with them to gain their respect. Synonyms honest, just, fair, decent, reliable, respectable, upright, honourable, equitable, law-abiding, trustworthy, above board, fair and squareDefinition (of a person) honest, frank, and open I was impressed by his straightforward intelligent manner. Synonyms honest, open, direct, genuine, sincere, candid, truthful, forthright, upfront (informal), dinkum (Australian, New Zealand, informal), above board, guileless |