Honest
Honest adjective - Being in the habit of telling the truth.
Usage example: at least the weatherman is honest and doesn't pretend to be able to predict the unpredictable
Sneaky
Sneaky adjective - Given to acting in secret and to concealing one's intentions.
Usage example: his opponent's sneaky campaign manager was clearly up to something
Both words in one sentence
- They Fight Crime: "I'm goodhearted and honest." "I'm goodhearted and sneaky." Together, They Fight Evil!
Source: Literature / The Riftwar Cycle -
Sibling Yin-Yang: Dijon is a sneaky thief while his older brother Poupon is an honest monk.
Source: Western Animation / DuckTales -
Honest Corporate Executive: Gondo, while engaging in some sneaky dealings, wants to produce good quality and stylish shoes at a reasonable price as this will produce more profits in the long run.
Source: Film / High and Low
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