Definition of truth in English:

truth

nounPlural truths truːθtruθ

mass noun

1The quality or state of being true.
真实性
he had to accept the truth of her accusation
他不得不承认她的指控属实。
Example sentencesExamples
- Even true stories do not display the whole truth - just a version or perception of it.
- Without some kind of guide for distinguishing truth from falsehood, we are lost.
- I think there may be an element of truth to that, but I also think it goes slightly deeper than that.
- My research showed that this stereotype once had some truth but is now no longer true.
- Synthesis is useful and unavoidable - but it is still a true story and not the whole truth.
- The report went on to say there was no truth in the rumour.
- You tell that lie to thousands and keep telling it, and soon enough it becomes accepted as truth.
- It will say that truth and honesty were the basic disciplines of scientists such as Jones.
- As Mark Twain once said, " Why shouldn't truth be stranger than fiction?
- She may have been exaggerating some, but I'm afraid there's a lot of truth in what she said.
- There is some truth in the old saying that there is a small child in each of us only waiting to get out to play.
- A close examination of what he has achieved suggests there is some truth in it.
- Big business acts on a different scale of honesty, morality and truth to we mere mortals.
- Perhaps there is some truth in that old adage about good things coming to those who wait!
- He laughs at that, but you can't help thinking there is an element of truth in that suggestion.
- We are not going to make any progress on this until we get some truth and transparency about what's going on.
- There may turn out to be some truth to this, but it's far too early to apportion blame.
- From it beginnings this government has had a tenuous relationship with truth.
- Journalists have one thing in common with historians, a residual obligation to truth.
- However, when one digs deeper, the uncomfortable truth lies not far below the surface.
Synonyms
veracity, truthfulness, verity, sincerity, candour, honesty, genuineness
gospel, gospel truth
accuracy, correctness, rightness, validity, factualness, factuality, authenticity
Australian/New Zealand informal dinkum oil
1. 1.1also the truth That which is true or in accordance with fact or reality.
  事实，真相，实情
  tell me the truth
  告诉我实情。
  she found out the truth about him
  她了解到了关于他的实情。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Our very civilisation depends on our knowing that we are being told the truth on matters of war and peace.
  Madness is full of mischief and when the truth becomes distorted, reality has no meaning.
  It got to the point where I actually managed to convince myself it was the truth.
  I looked down at the hand of his I could see and realized he was in fact telling the truth.
  They cannot deny facts and the truth but of course they will never admit they are wrong.
  Whether you actually make a profit or are telling the truth are not the issues here.
  I can't demand that people speak the absolute truth about the dear departed.
  If facts are checked by many more sources then the truth is likelier to be told.
  Whether she was in fact telling the truth is of course an entirely different matter.
  As we said at the time, for once both of them were probably actually telling the truth.
  In fact now that he knew the truth about his mother she was the only one that he felt he could trust.
  Only an unannounced visit by the agency could have ascertained the truth in the matter.
  "I can't tell you much for you must discover the whole truth for yourself.
  She plays Themba's daughter who returns from exile to learn the unpalatable truth about her father.
  It is in fact the truth: she's told the story so many times she now thinks she made it up.
  No matter what the truth was, several lives were irrevocably affected and one was lost.
  Whether we vote for it or against it, it does not alter the fact that it is the truth.
  The news is uncertain, the details clouded and vague, and the truth behind the fact is elusive.
  Experts can tell you anything, but you can't clarify the facts and find out the truth.
  All I say is that they should look at the facts and at the truth of what has happened.
  Synonyms
  the fact of the matter, what actually/really happened, the case, so
  gospel, gospel truth, God's truth, the honest truth
  fact(s), reality, real life, actuality
2. 1.2count noun A fact or belief that is accepted as true.
  真理
  the emergence of scientific truths
  科学真理的出现。
  the fundamental truths about mankind
  关于人类的基本真理。
  Example sentencesExamples
  One of the great accepted truths which shapes our existence is the fact that nothing lasts forever.
  It is also at least arguable that scientific truths are by their very nature provisional.
  It does, however, go without saying that general principles are by no means universal truths.
  At such a tender age this kid is demonstrating he has already learned the two fundamental truths of life.
  The text is concerned, essentially, with establishing truths that can be relied upon.
  If there are no conceptual truths, there are no conceptual analyses either.
  There are no shared truths, everything is a personal statement, a point of view, an attitude.
  We western liberals take it as an article of faith that facts and truths trump everything.
  Taken at face value it might seem quite a silly idea but in fact it was based on some fundamental truths.
  Perhaps in that book I'm trying to make the point that there can be no truths.
  Here he makes a most valid distinction in relation to local truths and perceptions.
  If we cannot trust such minds to discover truths about the world, how can we accept the verities of science?
  The programmes gave us a chance to question accepted truths, while allowing us to wallow in a bit of nostalgia.
  While churches differ on some doctrine, there are basic truths upon which we agree.
  The timeless truths about life and love are far too matter of fact to make this film worth watching.
  Here is an understanding of how we can move from absolute truths to a confidence in our own uncertain wisdom.
  The idea that one can arrive at reliable truths by pure reason is simply obsolete.
  There are some unshakable truths in the world which just cannot be changed.
  You face truths and facts in personal and professional situations to gain clarity.
  It needs repeating over and over again and eventually truths like these might start getting through.
  Synonyms
  fact, verity, certainty, certitude
  law, principle

Phrases

in truth

Really; in fact.
真正地；事实上
in truth, she was more than a little unhappy
实际上，她很不高兴。
Example sentencesExamples
- But in truth, his views now seem to be nearer the 21st century centre ground than ever.
- Though in truth this was really no great shock as her progress this season has been astronomical.
- So this is an attempt to use a more creative sound; although in truth it boils down to a big bassline and a drum beat.
- The great pity was that it didn't go to a replay, because in truth neither side deserved to lose this one.
- Ann is apparently more sensible but in truth she is just as self-serving.
- Actually, in truth I couldn't remember the names of anyone I'd been at school with.
- I have to smile at that, because in truth we do have a written constitution, one written in the best way, by history.
- But in truth, reproducing a trade mark or the artistic work on a recording is theft.
- It was, in truth, a tad too delicate for my palate, but it looked exquisite and was perfectly enjoyable.
- This may appear unseemly to some but, in truth, he has never concealed this fact.
Synonyms
in fact, in actual fact, in point of fact, as a matter of fact, in reality, really, actually, to tell the truth, if truth be told

to tell (you) the truth

To be frank (used especially when making an admission)
I think, if truth be told, we were all a little afraid of him
说老实话，我认为我们当时都有点儿怕他。
to tell you the truth, I've never met the guys
Example sentencesExamples
- But I don't actually envy her, because truth to tell, I hate weddings.
- But, truth to tell, I'm too tired to think about it, or anything else.
- It's Friday evening and there is a look of immense satisfaction on his face - although it is probably more relief, if truth be told.
- However, if truth be told, I'm still experimenting.
- Will said with a slight smile in his voice, ‘That realisation has been a long time coming, in fact you've been a bit slow on the uptake if truth be told.’
- This is a novel concept for Scotland, and, truth to tell, we are not very good at it.
- When the tests were finished I walked off feeling really happy with myself because, truth to tell, I do feel pretty good these days.
- Well, truth to tell, there are things about it that aren't funny at all, but I'll stick to my more positive take for now.
- They clapped, they beamed, they leapt to their feet to welcome a speech that, truth to tell, was more a statement of intent than a programme for government.
- They all have varying degrees of proficiency - although if truth be told, most would probably be classed as being of fairly mediocre quality.
Synonyms
in fact, in actual fact, in point of fact, as a matter of fact, in reality, really, actually, to tell the truth, if truth be told

truth in sentencing

The principle that a sentence given to a convicted person should be served in full.
we have this constant call for tougher sentences and truth in sentencing
Example sentencesExamples
- Why does he not support truth in sentencing and lock up a whole lot more for a whole lot longer?
- We are the party that believes in truth in sentencing and zero tolerance, and is tough on crime, but believes in justice.
- Truth in sentencing means that the four years means exactly what it says: they serve every day of that four years, and that's the situation in Victoria now.
- One thing that I absolutely think is necessary is truth in sentencing.
- His government has strengthened "truth in sentencing" laws that prevent judges and parole authorities from shortening jail terms.
- The truth in sentencing conference exposed some of the more ridiculous situations that exist in this country with regard to violent crime.
- We called for "truth in sentencing" and an end to release at the half-way stage which is automatic for nearly all prisoners.
- Before they brought in this wonderful truth in sentencing stuff and so on, ten or eleven years was the average period of a murder sentence.
- Should courts, when sentencing offenders, have one eye on the remissions system that used to operate before truth in sentencing legislation came in?
- A popular uprising against sentencing laws has swept across the nation in the past decade, winning passage of tough mandatory minimum sentences and "truth in sentencing" laws.

the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth

Used to emphasize the absolute veracity of a statement.
用于强调所言绝对真实可靠（本人所述）完全属实，毫无保留，绝对可靠
Example sentencesExamples
- As John stated, ‘We knew that this guy was not telling us the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.’
- Was Randal telling the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth?
- I don't believe that the bible is a divine document, that it is God's word, or that it is the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.
- It means that a person, called to court to give evidence, stands up in public, takes a bible in his or her hand, and states aloud, ‘I swear by almighty God to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.’
- Do you swear the testimony you will give today will be the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth?
- He was to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth in all statements to the police and in court, and was subject to prosecution for perjury and public mischief if he failed to do so.
- You do affirm that all the testimony you are about to give in the case now before the court will be the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth; this you do affirm under the pains and penalties of perjury?
- Do you swear to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, so help you God?
- I'll answer the first comment when it arrives - and I'll answer with the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.
- Are you sure you're telling me the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth?

Origin

Old English trīewth, trēowth 'faithfulness, constancy' (see true, -th²).

This comes from the same root as true and also originally suggested qualities of faithfulness and loyalty. Lord Byron was the first to popularize truth is stranger than fiction, in his poem Don Juan in 1823. The first verifiable instance of truth is the first casualty of war is an epigraph by the British politician Arthur Ponsonby in 1918: ‘When war is declared, Truth is the first casualty.’ One of the adages of the Dutch humanist and scholar Erasmus (c.1466–1536), writing in Latin, was in vino veritas, translated as there is truth in wine, and this English version has continued in use, though the Latin form is probably more familiar. The idea itself goes back to Greek, and is attributed to the poet Alcaeus of the 6th century bc. See also plight

Rhymes

buck tooth, couth, Duluth, forsooth, Maynooth, ruth, sleuth, sooth, strewth, tooth, youth

Definition of truth in US English:

truth

nountro͞oTHtruθ

1The quality or state of being true.
真实性
he had to accept the truth of her accusation
他不得不承认她的指控属实。
Example sentencesExamples
- The report went on to say there was no truth in the rumour.
- You tell that lie to thousands and keep telling it, and soon enough it becomes accepted as truth.
- My research showed that this stereotype once had some truth but is now no longer true.
- She may have been exaggerating some, but I'm afraid there's a lot of truth in what she said.
- A close examination of what he has achieved suggests there is some truth in it.
- Without some kind of guide for distinguishing truth from falsehood, we are lost.
- Synthesis is useful and unavoidable - but it is still a true story and not the whole truth.
- From it beginnings this government has had a tenuous relationship with truth.
- I think there may be an element of truth to that, but I also think it goes slightly deeper than that.
- However, when one digs deeper, the uncomfortable truth lies not far below the surface.
- He laughs at that, but you can't help thinking there is an element of truth in that suggestion.
- We are not going to make any progress on this until we get some truth and transparency about what's going on.
- As Mark Twain once said, " Why shouldn't truth be stranger than fiction?
- Even true stories do not display the whole truth - just a version or perception of it.
- Big business acts on a different scale of honesty, morality and truth to we mere mortals.
- It will say that truth and honesty were the basic disciplines of scientists such as Jones.
- There may turn out to be some truth to this, but it's far too early to apportion blame.
- Journalists have one thing in common with historians, a residual obligation to truth.
- Perhaps there is some truth in that old adage about good things coming to those who wait!
- There is some truth in the old saying that there is a small child in each of us only waiting to get out to play.
Synonyms
veracity, truthfulness, verity, sincerity, candour, honesty, genuineness
1. 1.1also the truth That which is true or in accordance with fact or reality.
  事实，真相，实情
  tell me the truth
  告诉我实情。
  she found out the truth about him
  她了解到了关于他的实情。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Our very civilisation depends on our knowing that we are being told the truth on matters of war and peace.
  If facts are checked by many more sources then the truth is likelier to be told.
  The news is uncertain, the details clouded and vague, and the truth behind the fact is elusive.
  Whether she was in fact telling the truth is of course an entirely different matter.
  Whether we vote for it or against it, it does not alter the fact that it is the truth.
  All I say is that they should look at the facts and at the truth of what has happened.
  In fact now that he knew the truth about his mother she was the only one that he felt he could trust.
  Whether you actually make a profit or are telling the truth are not the issues here.
  It got to the point where I actually managed to convince myself it was the truth.
  It is in fact the truth: she's told the story so many times she now thinks she made it up.
  Madness is full of mischief and when the truth becomes distorted, reality has no meaning.
  Experts can tell you anything, but you can't clarify the facts and find out the truth.
  As we said at the time, for once both of them were probably actually telling the truth.
  She plays Themba's daughter who returns from exile to learn the unpalatable truth about her father.
  Only an unannounced visit by the agency could have ascertained the truth in the matter.
  I looked down at the hand of his I could see and realized he was in fact telling the truth.
  "I can't tell you much for you must discover the whole truth for yourself.
  I can't demand that people speak the absolute truth about the dear departed.
  They cannot deny facts and the truth but of course they will never admit they are wrong.
  No matter what the truth was, several lives were irrevocably affected and one was lost.
  Synonyms
  the fact of the matter, what actually happened, what really happened, the case, so
  fact, facts, reality, real life, actuality
2. 1.2 A fact or belief that is accepted as true.
  真理
  the emergence of scientific truths
  科学真理的出现。
  Example sentencesExamples
  You face truths and facts in personal and professional situations to gain clarity.
  The programmes gave us a chance to question accepted truths, while allowing us to wallow in a bit of nostalgia.
  We western liberals take it as an article of faith that facts and truths trump everything.
  At such a tender age this kid is demonstrating he has already learned the two fundamental truths of life.
  Here he makes a most valid distinction in relation to local truths and perceptions.
  The text is concerned, essentially, with establishing truths that can be relied upon.
  It is also at least arguable that scientific truths are by their very nature provisional.
  While churches differ on some doctrine, there are basic truths upon which we agree.
  Here is an understanding of how we can move from absolute truths to a confidence in our own uncertain wisdom.
  The idea that one can arrive at reliable truths by pure reason is simply obsolete.
  There are some unshakable truths in the world which just cannot be changed.
  It needs repeating over and over again and eventually truths like these might start getting through.
  If we cannot trust such minds to discover truths about the world, how can we accept the verities of science?
  One of the great accepted truths which shapes our existence is the fact that nothing lasts forever.
  The timeless truths about life and love are far too matter of fact to make this film worth watching.
  Perhaps in that book I'm trying to make the point that there can be no truths.
  If there are no conceptual truths, there are no conceptual analyses either.
  It does, however, go without saying that general principles are by no means universal truths.
  There are no shared truths, everything is a personal statement, a point of view, an attitude.
  Taken at face value it might seem quite a silly idea but in fact it was based on some fundamental truths.
  Synonyms
  fact, verity, certainty, certitude

Phrases

in truth

Really; in fact.
真正地；事实上
in truth, she was more than a little unhappy
实际上，她很不高兴。
Example sentencesExamples
- I have to smile at that, because in truth we do have a written constitution, one written in the best way, by history.
- But in truth, reproducing a trade mark or the artistic work on a recording is theft.
- Actually, in truth I couldn't remember the names of anyone I'd been at school with.
- But in truth, his views now seem to be nearer the 21st century centre ground than ever.
- Ann is apparently more sensible but in truth she is just as self-serving.
- This may appear unseemly to some but, in truth, he has never concealed this fact.
- It was, in truth, a tad too delicate for my palate, but it looked exquisite and was perfectly enjoyable.
- The great pity was that it didn't go to a replay, because in truth neither side deserved to lose this one.
- Though in truth this was really no great shock as her progress this season has been astronomical.
- So this is an attempt to use a more creative sound; although in truth it boils down to a big bassline and a drum beat.
Synonyms
in fact, in actual fact, in point of fact, as a matter of fact, in reality, really, actually, to tell the truth, if truth be told

to tell (you) the truth

To be frank (used especially when making an admission or when expressing an unwelcome or controversial opinion)
坦率地说，说老实话，实话实说（尤用于表示承认某事或表示令人不快或有争议的看法）
I think, if truth be told, we were all a little afraid of him
说老实话，我认为我们当时都有点儿怕他。
to tell you the truth, I've never met the guys
Example sentencesExamples
- It's Friday evening and there is a look of immense satisfaction on his face - although it is probably more relief, if truth be told.
- They all have varying degrees of proficiency - although if truth be told, most would probably be classed as being of fairly mediocre quality.
- Will said with a slight smile in his voice, ‘That realisation has been a long time coming, in fact you've been a bit slow on the uptake if truth be told.’
- But, truth to tell, I'm too tired to think about it, or anything else.
- However, if truth be told, I'm still experimenting.
- Well, truth to tell, there are things about it that aren't funny at all, but I'll stick to my more positive take for now.
- When the tests were finished I walked off feeling really happy with myself because, truth to tell, I do feel pretty good these days.
- They clapped, they beamed, they leapt to their feet to welcome a speech that, truth to tell, was more a statement of intent than a programme for government.
- But I don't actually envy her, because truth to tell, I hate weddings.
- This is a novel concept for Scotland, and, truth to tell, we are not very good at it.
Synonyms
in fact, in actual fact, in point of fact, as a matter of fact, in reality, really, actually, to tell the truth, if truth be told

the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth

Used to emphasize the absolute veracity of a statement.
用于强调所言绝对真实可靠（本人所述）完全属实，毫无保留，绝对可靠
Example sentencesExamples
- Was Randal telling the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth?
- As John stated, ‘We knew that this guy was not telling us the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.’
- He was to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth in all statements to the police and in court, and was subject to prosecution for perjury and public mischief if he failed to do so.
- Do you swear the testimony you will give today will be the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth?
- I don't believe that the bible is a divine document, that it is God's word, or that it is the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.
- Are you sure you're telling me the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth?
- Do you swear to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, so help you God?
- It means that a person, called to court to give evidence, stands up in public, takes a bible in his or her hand, and states aloud, ‘I swear by almighty God to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.’
- You do affirm that all the testimony you are about to give in the case now before the court will be the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth; this you do affirm under the pains and penalties of perjury?
- I'll answer the first comment when it arrives - and I'll answer with the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.

of a truth

archaic Certainly.
of a truth, such things used to happen
Example sentencesExamples
- Now of a truth, Christ took all the sins of the world upon himself, and of his own will he allowed sorrow of heart for these sins to come upon him, even as if he himself had committed them.
- Many know, of a truth, that though the current Gross Domestic Product averaging 4.5% per annum is a good omen, more needs to be done.
- Mr. Coe, of a truth, laid his all over the place, and though they were not of more than handy size-very small boys could set them up in state on very small desks-they had doubtless a great range of number and effect.

Origin

Old English trīewth, trēowth ‘faithfulness, constancy’ (see true, -th).

单词	truth
释义	Definition of truth in English: truth nounPlural truths truːθtruθ mass noun 1The quality or state of being true. 真实性 he had to accept the truth of her accusation 他不得不承认她的指控属实。 Example sentencesExamples Even true stories do not display the whole truth - just a version or perception of it. Without some kind of guide for distinguishing truth from falsehood, we are lost. I think there may be an element of truth to that, but I also think it goes slightly deeper than that. My research showed that this stereotype once had some truth but is now no longer true. Synthesis is useful and unavoidable - but it is still a true story and not the whole truth. The report went on to say there was no truth in the rumour. You tell that lie to thousands and keep telling it, and soon enough it becomes accepted as truth. It will say that truth and honesty were the basic disciplines of scientists such as Jones. As Mark Twain once said, " Why shouldn't truth be stranger than fiction? She may have been exaggerating some, but I'm afraid there's a lot of truth in what she said. There is some truth in the old saying that there is a small child in each of us only waiting to get out to play. A close examination of what he has achieved suggests there is some truth in it. Big business acts on a different scale of honesty, morality and truth to we mere mortals. Perhaps there is some truth in that old adage about good things coming to those who wait! He laughs at that, but you can't help thinking there is an element of truth in that suggestion. We are not going to make any progress on this until we get some truth and transparency about what's going on. There may turn out to be some truth to this, but it's far too early to apportion blame. From it beginnings this government has had a tenuous relationship with truth. Journalists have one thing in common with historians, a residual obligation to truth. However, when one digs deeper, the uncomfortable truth lies not far below the surface. Synonyms veracity, truthfulness, verity, sincerity, candour, honesty, genuineness gospel, gospel truth accuracy, correctness, rightness, validity, factualness, factuality, authenticity Australian/New Zealand informal dinkum oil 1.1also the truth That which is true or in accordance with fact or reality. 事实，真相，实情 tell me the truth 告诉我实情。 she found out the truth about him 她了解到了关于他的实情。 Example sentencesExamples Our very civilisation depends on our knowing that we are being told the truth on matters of war and peace. Madness is full of mischief and when the truth becomes distorted, reality has no meaning. It got to the point where I actually managed to convince myself it was the truth. I looked down at the hand of his I could see and realized he was in fact telling the truth. They cannot deny facts and the truth but of course they will never admit they are wrong. Whether you actually make a profit or are telling the truth are not the issues here. I can't demand that people speak the absolute truth about the dear departed. If facts are checked by many more sources then the truth is likelier to be told. Whether she was in fact telling the truth is of course an entirely different matter. As we said at the time, for once both of them were probably actually telling the truth. In fact now that he knew the truth about his mother she was the only one that he felt he could trust. Only an unannounced visit by the agency could have ascertained the truth in the matter. "I can't tell you much for you must discover the whole truth for yourself. She plays Themba's daughter who returns from exile to learn the unpalatable truth about her father. It is in fact the truth: she's told the story so many times she now thinks she made it up. No matter what the truth was, several lives were irrevocably affected and one was lost. Whether we vote for it or against it, it does not alter the fact that it is the truth. The news is uncertain, the details clouded and vague, and the truth behind the fact is elusive. Experts can tell you anything, but you can't clarify the facts and find out the truth. All I say is that they should look at the facts and at the truth of what has happened. Synonyms the fact of the matter, what actually/really happened, the case, so gospel, gospel truth, God's truth, the honest truth fact(s), reality, real life, actuality 1.2count noun A fact or belief that is accepted as true. 真理 the emergence of scientific truths 科学真理的出现。 the fundamental truths about mankind 关于人类的基本真理。 Example sentencesExamples One of the great accepted truths which shapes our existence is the fact that nothing lasts forever. It is also at least arguable that scientific truths are by their very nature provisional. It does, however, go without saying that general principles are by no means universal truths. At such a tender age this kid is demonstrating he has already learned the two fundamental truths of life. The text is concerned, essentially, with establishing truths that can be relied upon. If there are no conceptual truths, there are no conceptual analyses either. There are no shared truths, everything is a personal statement, a point of view, an attitude. We western liberals take it as an article of faith that facts and truths trump everything. Taken at face value it might seem quite a silly idea but in fact it was based on some fundamental truths. Perhaps in that book I'm trying to make the point that there can be no truths. Here he makes a most valid distinction in relation to local truths and perceptions. If we cannot trust such minds to discover truths about the world, how can we accept the verities of science? The programmes gave us a chance to question accepted truths, while allowing us to wallow in a bit of nostalgia. While churches differ on some doctrine, there are basic truths upon which we agree. The timeless truths about life and love are far too matter of fact to make this film worth watching. Here is an understanding of how we can move from absolute truths to a confidence in our own uncertain wisdom. The idea that one can arrive at reliable truths by pure reason is simply obsolete. There are some unshakable truths in the world which just cannot be changed. You face truths and facts in personal and professional situations to gain clarity. It needs repeating over and over again and eventually truths like these might start getting through. Synonyms fact, verity, certainty, certitude law, principle Phrases in truth Really; in fact. 真正地；事实上 in truth, she was more than a little unhappy 实际上，她很不高兴。 Example sentencesExamples But in truth, his views now seem to be nearer the 21st century centre ground than ever. Though in truth this was really no great shock as her progress this season has been astronomical. So this is an attempt to use a more creative sound; although in truth it boils down to a big bassline and a drum beat. The great pity was that it didn't go to a replay, because in truth neither side deserved to lose this one. Ann is apparently more sensible but in truth she is just as self-serving. Actually, in truth I couldn't remember the names of anyone I'd been at school with. I have to smile at that, because in truth we do have a written constitution, one written in the best way, by history. But in truth, reproducing a trade mark or the artistic work on a recording is theft. It was, in truth, a tad too delicate for my palate, but it looked exquisite and was perfectly enjoyable. This may appear unseemly to some but, in truth, he has never concealed this fact. Synonyms in fact, in actual fact, in point of fact, as a matter of fact, in reality, really, actually, to tell the truth, if truth be told to tell (you) the truth To be frank (used especially when making an admission) I think, if truth be told, we were all a little afraid of him 说老实话，我认为我们当时都有点儿怕他。 to tell you the truth, I've never met the guys Example sentencesExamples But I don't actually envy her, because truth to tell, I hate weddings. But, truth to tell, I'm too tired to think about it, or anything else. It's Friday evening and there is a look of immense satisfaction on his face - although it is probably more relief, if truth be told. However, if truth be told, I'm still experimenting. Will said with a slight smile in his voice, ‘That realisation has been a long time coming, in fact you've been a bit slow on the uptake if truth be told.’ This is a novel concept for Scotland, and, truth to tell, we are not very good at it. When the tests were finished I walked off feeling really happy with myself because, truth to tell, I do feel pretty good these days. Well, truth to tell, there are things about it that aren't funny at all, but I'll stick to my more positive take for now. They clapped, they beamed, they leapt to their feet to welcome a speech that, truth to tell, was more a statement of intent than a programme for government. They all have varying degrees of proficiency - although if truth be told, most would probably be classed as being of fairly mediocre quality. Synonyms in fact, in actual fact, in point of fact, as a matter of fact, in reality, really, actually, to tell the truth, if truth be told truth in sentencing The principle that a sentence given to a convicted person should be served in full. we have this constant call for tougher sentences and truth in sentencing Example sentencesExamples Why does he not support truth in sentencing and lock up a whole lot more for a whole lot longer? We are the party that believes in truth in sentencing and zero tolerance, and is tough on crime, but believes in justice. Truth in sentencing means that the four years means exactly what it says: they serve every day of that four years, and that's the situation in Victoria now. One thing that I absolutely think is necessary is truth in sentencing. His government has strengthened "truth in sentencing" laws that prevent judges and parole authorities from shortening jail terms. The truth in sentencing conference exposed some of the more ridiculous situations that exist in this country with regard to violent crime. We called for "truth in sentencing" and an end to release at the half-way stage which is automatic for nearly all prisoners. Before they brought in this wonderful truth in sentencing stuff and so on, ten or eleven years was the average period of a murder sentence. Should courts, when sentencing offenders, have one eye on the remissions system that used to operate before truth in sentencing legislation came in? A popular uprising against sentencing laws has swept across the nation in the past decade, winning passage of tough mandatory minimum sentences and "truth in sentencing" laws. the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth Used to emphasize the absolute veracity of a statement. 用于强调所言绝对真实可靠（本人所述）完全属实，毫无保留，绝对可靠 Example sentencesExamples As John stated, ‘We knew that this guy was not telling us the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.’ Was Randal telling the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth? I don't believe that the bible is a divine document, that it is God's word, or that it is the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. It means that a person, called to court to give evidence, stands up in public, takes a bible in his or her hand, and states aloud, ‘I swear by almighty God to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.’ Do you swear the testimony you will give today will be the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth? He was to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth in all statements to the police and in court, and was subject to prosecution for perjury and public mischief if he failed to do so. You do affirm that all the testimony you are about to give in the case now before the court will be the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth; this you do affirm under the pains and penalties of perjury? Do you swear to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, so help you God? I'll answer the first comment when it arrives - and I'll answer with the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. Are you sure you're telling me the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth? Origin Old English trīewth, trēowth 'faithfulness, constancy' (see true, -th²). This comes from the same root as true and also originally suggested qualities of faithfulness and loyalty. Lord Byron was the first to popularize truth is stranger than fiction, in his poem Don Juan in 1823. The first verifiable instance of truth is the first casualty of war is an epigraph by the British politician Arthur Ponsonby in 1918: ‘When war is declared, Truth is the first casualty.’ One of the adages of the Dutch humanist and scholar Erasmus (c.1466–1536), writing in Latin, was in vino veritas, translated as there is truth in wine, and this English version has continued in use, though the Latin form is probably more familiar. The idea itself goes back to Greek, and is attributed to the poet Alcaeus of the 6th century bc. See also plight Rhymes buck tooth, couth, Duluth, forsooth, Maynooth, ruth, sleuth, sooth, strewth, tooth, youth noun.1 phr. Definition of truth in US English: truth nountro͞oTHtruθ 1The quality or state of being true. 真实性 he had to accept the truth of her accusation 他不得不承认她的指控属实。 Example sentencesExamples The report went on to say there was no truth in the rumour. You tell that lie to thousands and keep telling it, and soon enough it becomes accepted as truth. My research showed that this stereotype once had some truth but is now no longer true. She may have been exaggerating some, but I'm afraid there's a lot of truth in what she said. A close examination of what he has achieved suggests there is some truth in it. Without some kind of guide for distinguishing truth from falsehood, we are lost. Synthesis is useful and unavoidable - but it is still a true story and not the whole truth. From it beginnings this government has had a tenuous relationship with truth. I think there may be an element of truth to that, but I also think it goes slightly deeper than that. However, when one digs deeper, the uncomfortable truth lies not far below the surface. He laughs at that, but you can't help thinking there is an element of truth in that suggestion. We are not going to make any progress on this until we get some truth and transparency about what's going on. As Mark Twain once said, " Why shouldn't truth be stranger than fiction? Even true stories do not display the whole truth - just a version or perception of it. Big business acts on a different scale of honesty, morality and truth to we mere mortals. It will say that truth and honesty were the basic disciplines of scientists such as Jones. There may turn out to be some truth to this, but it's far too early to apportion blame. Journalists have one thing in common with historians, a residual obligation to truth. Perhaps there is some truth in that old adage about good things coming to those who wait! There is some truth in the old saying that there is a small child in each of us only waiting to get out to play. Synonyms veracity, truthfulness, verity, sincerity, candour, honesty, genuineness 1.1also the truth That which is true or in accordance with fact or reality. 事实，真相，实情 tell me the truth 告诉我实情。 she found out the truth about him 她了解到了关于他的实情。 Example sentencesExamples Our very civilisation depends on our knowing that we are being told the truth on matters of war and peace. If facts are checked by many more sources then the truth is likelier to be told. The news is uncertain, the details clouded and vague, and the truth behind the fact is elusive. Whether she was in fact telling the truth is of course an entirely different matter. Whether we vote for it or against it, it does not alter the fact that it is the truth. All I say is that they should look at the facts and at the truth of what has happened. In fact now that he knew the truth about his mother she was the only one that he felt he could trust. Whether you actually make a profit or are telling the truth are not the issues here. It got to the point where I actually managed to convince myself it was the truth. It is in fact the truth: she's told the story so many times she now thinks she made it up. Madness is full of mischief and when the truth becomes distorted, reality has no meaning. Experts can tell you anything, but you can't clarify the facts and find out the truth. As we said at the time, for once both of them were probably actually telling the truth. She plays Themba's daughter who returns from exile to learn the unpalatable truth about her father. Only an unannounced visit by the agency could have ascertained the truth in the matter. I looked down at the hand of his I could see and realized he was in fact telling the truth. "I can't tell you much for you must discover the whole truth for yourself. I can't demand that people speak the absolute truth about the dear departed. They cannot deny facts and the truth but of course they will never admit they are wrong. No matter what the truth was, several lives were irrevocably affected and one was lost. Synonyms the fact of the matter, what actually happened, what really happened, the case, so fact, facts, reality, real life, actuality 1.2 A fact or belief that is accepted as true. 真理 the emergence of scientific truths 科学真理的出现。 Example sentencesExamples You face truths and facts in personal and professional situations to gain clarity. The programmes gave us a chance to question accepted truths, while allowing us to wallow in a bit of nostalgia. We western liberals take it as an article of faith that facts and truths trump everything. At such a tender age this kid is demonstrating he has already learned the two fundamental truths of life. Here he makes a most valid distinction in relation to local truths and perceptions. The text is concerned, essentially, with establishing truths that can be relied upon. It is also at least arguable that scientific truths are by their very nature provisional. While churches differ on some doctrine, there are basic truths upon which we agree. Here is an understanding of how we can move from absolute truths to a confidence in our own uncertain wisdom. The idea that one can arrive at reliable truths by pure reason is simply obsolete. There are some unshakable truths in the world which just cannot be changed. It needs repeating over and over again and eventually truths like these might start getting through. If we cannot trust such minds to discover truths about the world, how can we accept the verities of science? One of the great accepted truths which shapes our existence is the fact that nothing lasts forever. The timeless truths about life and love are far too matter of fact to make this film worth watching. Perhaps in that book I'm trying to make the point that there can be no truths. If there are no conceptual truths, there are no conceptual analyses either. It does, however, go without saying that general principles are by no means universal truths. There are no shared truths, everything is a personal statement, a point of view, an attitude. Taken at face value it might seem quite a silly idea but in fact it was based on some fundamental truths. Synonyms fact, verity, certainty, certitude Phrases in truth Really; in fact. 真正地；事实上 in truth, she was more than a little unhappy 实际上，她很不高兴。 Example sentencesExamples I have to smile at that, because in truth we do have a written constitution, one written in the best way, by history. But in truth, reproducing a trade mark or the artistic work on a recording is theft. Actually, in truth I couldn't remember the names of anyone I'd been at school with. But in truth, his views now seem to be nearer the 21st century centre ground than ever. Ann is apparently more sensible but in truth she is just as self-serving. This may appear unseemly to some but, in truth, he has never concealed this fact. It was, in truth, a tad too delicate for my palate, but it looked exquisite and was perfectly enjoyable. The great pity was that it didn't go to a replay, because in truth neither side deserved to lose this one. Though in truth this was really no great shock as her progress this season has been astronomical. So this is an attempt to use a more creative sound; although in truth it boils down to a big bassline and a drum beat. Synonyms in fact, in actual fact, in point of fact, as a matter of fact, in reality, really, actually, to tell the truth, if truth be told to tell (you) the truth To be frank (used especially when making an admission or when expressing an unwelcome or controversial opinion) 坦率地说，说老实话，实话实说（尤用于表示承认某事或表示令人不快或有争议的看法） I think, if truth be told, we were all a little afraid of him 说老实话，我认为我们当时都有点儿怕他。 to tell you the truth, I've never met the guys Example sentencesExamples It's Friday evening and there is a look of immense satisfaction on his face - although it is probably more relief, if truth be told. They all have varying degrees of proficiency - although if truth be told, most would probably be classed as being of fairly mediocre quality. Will said with a slight smile in his voice, ‘That realisation has been a long time coming, in fact you've been a bit slow on the uptake if truth be told.’ But, truth to tell, I'm too tired to think about it, or anything else. However, if truth be told, I'm still experimenting. Well, truth to tell, there are things about it that aren't funny at all, but I'll stick to my more positive take for now. When the tests were finished I walked off feeling really happy with myself because, truth to tell, I do feel pretty good these days. They clapped, they beamed, they leapt to their feet to welcome a speech that, truth to tell, was more a statement of intent than a programme for government. But I don't actually envy her, because truth to tell, I hate weddings. This is a novel concept for Scotland, and, truth to tell, we are not very good at it. Synonyms in fact, in actual fact, in point of fact, as a matter of fact, in reality, really, actually, to tell the truth, if truth be told the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth Used to emphasize the absolute veracity of a statement. 用于强调所言绝对真实可靠（本人所述）完全属实，毫无保留，绝对可靠 Example sentencesExamples Was Randal telling the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth? As John stated, ‘We knew that this guy was not telling us the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.’ He was to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth in all statements to the police and in court, and was subject to prosecution for perjury and public mischief if he failed to do so. Do you swear the testimony you will give today will be the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth? I don't believe that the bible is a divine document, that it is God's word, or that it is the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. Are you sure you're telling me the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth? Do you swear to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, so help you God? It means that a person, called to court to give evidence, stands up in public, takes a bible in his or her hand, and states aloud, ‘I swear by almighty God to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.’ You do affirm that all the testimony you are about to give in the case now before the court will be the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth; this you do affirm under the pains and penalties of perjury? I'll answer the first comment when it arrives - and I'll answer with the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. of a truth archaic Certainly. of a truth, such things used to happen Example sentencesExamples Now of a truth, Christ took all the sins of the world upon himself, and of his own will he allowed sorrow of heart for these sins to come upon him, even as if he himself had committed them. Many know, of a truth, that though the current Gross Domestic Product averaging 4.5% per annum is a good omen, more needs to be done. Mr. Coe, of a truth, laid his all over the place, and though they were not of more than handy size-very small boys could set them up in state on very small desks-they had doubtless a great range of number and effect. Origin Old English trīewth, trēowth ‘faithfulness, constancy’ (see true, -th). noun.1 phr.
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